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Michigan executive order set to protect migrant workers living in congregate housing
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on June 1 signed Executive Order 2020-111, which provides additional requirements and procedures to keep agricultural workers and the food supply safe from the effects of COVID-19. “It’s critical for Michiganders... more »
AG&P launches specialized agriculture workforce solutions to meet demand
Houston-based AG&P Americas has launched a new service line offering workforce solutions for the U.S. agriculture sector amid shortages in seasonal farm labor.Headquartered in Spring, Texas, AG&P Fieldwork – Agriculture Services provides farmers with seasonal... more »
New WSU horticulture chair to focus on service and industry partnership
Amit Dhingra sees leading Washington State University’s Department of Horticulture as an opportunity to give back. “I’ve gotten a lot of support over the years from colleagues in this department and around the university,” said... more »
New York Apple Association earns Gold and Silver Telly Awards
The New York Apple Association’s (NYAA) series of videos featuring New York apple growers and Kelly Springer, registered dietitian for NYAA have won two prestigious Telly awards. The New York Apple Association is pushing the... more »
Colorado has Farm Fresh Directory to link consumers with farms
In a time when families are looking for local products, the Colorado Department of Agriculture’s 36th annual Colorado Farm Fresh Directory helps consumers find farmers’ markets, roadside stands, U-picks and more. “Farmers’ markets may look... more »
Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group closing its doors
The Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group has announced it is closing its doors. The following statement was releasaed: "It is with heavy hearts but immense pride that we, the Board of Directors of the Southern... more »
UNH kiwiberry team boosts production with first plant verification effort
One of the main barriers to commercial kiwiberry production for regional growers is knowing which varieties available from commercial nurseries are the most ideal to grow in the region. Now for the first time, growers... more »
Jim Allen, former president and CEO of New York Apple Association, retiring
Jim Allen, vice president of marketing for New York Apple Sales, will be retiring on June 26. Allen has been with NYAS since February 2017. According to a news release, Allen has been in the... more »
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