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New members sought for USDA ag trade committees
The USDA and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) are seeking new members to serve on the agricultural trade advisory committees. Commi... more »
Optimism rules in California organic grape season
As California organic table grape growers size up their fall varieties, they are expecting good supplies that will result in improved retail promotion... more »
Young Farmers respond to USDA discrimination financial payments
National Young Farmers Coalition is reacting to USDA discrimination financial payments. In July 2023, the United States Department of Agriculture (... more »
Organic Trade Association celebrates Organic Month
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) is showcasing organic operations and products in its celebration of Organic Month. September is Organic Month. ... more »
Fall FIRA ag automation show returns to California
FIRA USA 2024, the specialty crop automation conference, is returning to California. The agtech show is scheduled for Oct. 22-24 in northern Califo... more »
Fall ag labor forum scheduled
The 11th Ag Employer Labor Forum, hosted by the National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE), will cover key topics such as the economic outlook ... more »
Women to be part of IFPA Global Produce show
Female leadership will be a big focus at this fall’s International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Global Produce & Floral Show. The show, s... more »
Georgia Plant Protection Division recognized by National Plant Board
Georgia's Plant Protection Division has won national honors from a nationwide plant protection board. The National Plant Board (NPB) bestowed an Ou... more »
Momentum continues for 2024 organic apple crop
Organic apples are "catching fire with consumers." Though the total 2024 Washington apple crop is forecast to be about 10% lighter than the record ... more »
Bion’s nitrogen fertilizer now OMRI listed for organic use
A commercial nitrogen fertilizer can now be used by organic growers. Bion Environmental Technologies, Inc.'s commercial 10-0-0 nitrogen fertilizer ... more »
Global food safety experts hosted at MSU event
Michigan State University (MSU) recently brought leaders in food safety innovation, research and policy from across the globe to a July food safety co... more »
Farmers weigh options as burn ban nears
Alex Noriega, foreman for the Lodi agricultural service provider Fowler Brothers, early in the morning before dawn at 4 a.m., climbed onto an excavato... more »
