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NYS Food Hub will improve access to healthy foods, support farmers
New York state announced Dec. 10 the "topping off" ceremony of the New York State Regional Food Hub in the Hunts Point neighborhood of the Bronx, where the final beam of the 60,000-square-foot, $40 million... more »
Michigan fruit growers honor Larry Gut, Ed Oxley
Michigan fruit growers gathered on Dec. 8 to honor two individuals for their outstanding contributions to fruit cultivation in the state. The late entomologist Larry Gut, best known for his work in mating disruption and... more »
Michigan fruit growers honor Larry Gut, Ed Oxley
Michigan fruit growers gathered on December 8 to honor two individuals for their outstanding contributions to fruit cultivation in the state. The late entomologist Larry Gut, best known for his work in mating disruption and... more »
Ocean Shipping Reform Act applauded by Western Growers
The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4996, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 on Dec. 8 with an impressive 364-60 vote, making clear its support for U.S. farm exporters that are reliant on... more »
Labor department finds Florida beekeeping farms violated H-2A rules
Three Florida beekeeping farms felt the sting of civil money penalties for failing to comply with federal laws regarding pay practices and the employment of migrant and seasonal workers. In separate investigations, the U.S. Department... more »
On-farm compost research site for farmers, ranchers set by work group
The Federal-State On-Farm Compost Work Group announced Dec. 9 the launch of an On-Farm Compost Resource Website. The resources on this website include information and tools to help farmers and ranchers compost agricultural byproducts, including... more »
California water dispute spurs judge’s review of biological opinions
A federal judge is reviewing a proposed order requesting approval of an interim operations plan for 2022 that would affect Central Valley Project and State Water Project agricultural water users. U.S. District Court Judge Dale... more »
California Farm Bureau, Immigration Forum partner on citizenship effort
The California Farm Bureau and the National Immigration Forum announced a partnership Dec. 6 to support California farmers and ranchers wanting to help their agricultural employees become U.S. citizens. Under the program, the Farm Bureau... more »
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