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Specialty Crop Farm Bill, organic group, endorse legislation
The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance, a national coalition of more than 200 organizations, has endorsed nutrition and organic bills that cover policy... more »
Bipartisan bill aims to ensure organic industry advancement
Despite the chaos of the U.S. House of Representatives, a bipartisan effort is underway to ensure organic standards continuously evolve and improve. ... more »
Organic Grower Summit showcases power of research
The Organic Grower Summit will highlight research by the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) and the University of California Organic Agricultu... more »
NCAE digs into ag labor issues at annual forum
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) has released the agenda for its 10th Annual Ag Employer Labor Forum. The event is Nov. 29-Dec... more »
Moxxy Marketing offers USDA grant writing services
Moxxy Marketing has worked with multiple specialty crop commodity groups to submit applications and obtain funding through USDA Agricultural Marketing... more »
California Strawberry Commission releases sustainability ‘snapshot’
The California Strawberry Commission has released a report on sustainable practices being implemented throughout the industry. The commission calls... more »
WSU study sessions focus on pear pests
Washington State University (WSU) is presenting two “pear study circles” on pests and how to control them. Study circles are designed to provid... more »
Frutera to acquire Sun Belle, Giddings Fruit
Frutura, a global sales and marketing platform for fruit, plans to acquire berry companies Giddings Fruit and Sun Belle. “The agree... more »
Organic award recipient Rod Braga works ‘tirelessly’ for industry
Rod Braga, president and CEO of Braga Fresh, is the recipient of the sixth annual Grower of the Year Award, which will be presented at the Organic... more »
USDA extends specialty crop grants deadline
The USDA has extended the deadline for the Specialty Crop Multi-State Program Request for Applications (RFA). The Specialty Crop Multi-State Progra... more »
EFI highlights organizational benefits of family-friendly policies
Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) is showing how workers who work at "employers of choice" family-focused operations can help ease worker shortages. ... more »
October is Michigan Apple Month
Recognizing the importance of the Michigan apple industry, October is Michigan Apple Month Governor Gretchen Whitmer in Lansing, Michigan, made the... more »
