Category: Marketing
Enza Zaden refocuses departments to serve grower customers
In a change that reflects global seed breeder Enza Zaden’s awareness of accelerated change in the seed industry, the company has integrated two of its departments.
Georgia growers reject wine & grape marketing order
The Peach State’s wine producers have again failed to approve a new marketing order.
FTC looks to large retailers for supply chain woes
A Federal Trade Commission (FTC) report on grocery supply chain disruptions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has found large companies “accelerated and distorted” the negative effects of those disruptions.
Keeping CSA members engaged and loyal
Since the pandemic, community supported agriculture (CSA) programs have enjoyed a resurgence of interest from consumers. We shouldn’t take this renewed interest for granted.
USDA plans to renew fruit, vegetable group charter
The USDA plans to renew the charter of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee.
Deere Foundation ‘lifts up’ next ag generation
John Deere Foundation, National FFA Organization, FFA, ag tech, technology, next generation, ag youth, ag leaders,
Fryhover plans to retire from Washington Apple Commission
Todd Fryhover, president of the Washington Apple Commission, plans to retire in November, after 18 years with the group.
MSU recognizes ag alumni leaders
Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, CANR, MSU, Michigan State University, recognition
Naturipe Farms names VP of marketing
Naturipe Farms has hired Ashley Finster as vice president of marketing.
USApple discusses exports with ag secretary
USApple, U.S. Apple Association, USDA, Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, apples, exports, labor, trade,
Commentary: The original food bully and the Dirty Dozen
The legacy of the Environmental Working Group (EWG) is that it is the original food bully.
First Michigan Agritourism Summit scheduled
Michigan Agritourism Summit, tourism, MSU Extension, Michigan State University,
Berry marketer Somerfield Farms adds Brian Deese
Berry marketer Somerfield Farms, Wilmington, North Carolina, has hired Brian Deese as director of procurement and grower relations.
Webinar addresses partnerships to end hunger, promote health
A webinar will examine innovative partnerships and new approaches to end hunger and advance healthy communities.
GLEXPO Bus Tour: Where farm marketers exchange ideas
The Great Lakes EXPO Farm Market Bus Tour visited six Grand Rapids, Michigan-area locations featuring a variety of attractions, crops and products.
Cider association’s certification program goes global
The American Cider Association is expanding its beverage professional education and certification program globally.
Funding round to help vertical farming operator Oishii
Oishii CEA, vertical farming, sustainability, strawberries, tomatoes, indoor, greenhouse, controlled environment,
Sen. Cantwell praises post-tariff apple exports
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, recently highlighted a successful apple export season, following India’s decision to drop a 20% retaliatory tariff on U.S. apples.
How to access USDA grants for export programs
Bryant Christie Inc., an international marketing and research firm, is offering free webinars to help food, beverage and agribusinesses seek out, apply for, and leverage government grants for export programs.