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Western Growers selects 13 companies for first Harvest Automation cohort
Western Growers has selected 13 innovators for the inaugural cohort of its Global Harvest Automation Initiative, a groundbreaking project that aims to automate 50% of specialty crop harvest within 10 years by accelerating the commercialization... more »
Anna Katharine Mansfield appointed associate director of Cornell AgriTech
Anna Katharine Mansfield, an enologist known for her work in elevating the success of New York state’s craft beverage industry, has been appointed associate director of Cornell AgriTech, effective July 1. As an associate professor of... more »
Current issues in Pennsylvania berry crops pinpointed
As with last year, frost protection of strawberry blossoms has been a challenge for many Pennsylvania growers given the wind that accompanied our cold temperatures. While some blossoms have been lost, most growers are reporting... more »
Ag groups urge Washington governor to reopen farms, lift restrictions
Washington state’s leading agricultural groups are appealing to Gov. Jay Inslee to repeal recently renewed COVID-19 emergency rules for farm workers using temporary housing following his announcement that the state will loosen restrictions for fully... more »
TV series takes viewers behind the scenes with Georgia farmers
Explore the bounty of Georgia agriculture from the comfort of home in a series debuting on Georgia Public Broadcasting channels statewide. Sponsored by Georgia Grown, the marketing and economic development arm of the Georgia Department... more »
Data shows rise in average temperatures across most of the nation
Day-to-day swings in temperature are an accepted part of the weather in many areas around the country. However, when 30-year averages of daily temperature fluctuations from thousands of stations around the country indicate a steady... more »
New regional marketing manager welcomed at Pear Bureau Northwest
Pear Bureau Northwest has added Michele Hoard to the company as the new regional marketing manager for the Midwest region. Through her work consulting with domestic and international brands, including the National Mango Board, New... more »
Washington Gov. Inslee signs worker protection legislative package
Agricultural workers in Washington state would become eligible for overtime pay under a bill signed May 11 by Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee, drawing praise from President Joe Biden. According to media reports, Senate Bill 5172... more »