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Diversity in assistance programs for Virginia producers enhanced
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) and the Virginia Cooperative Extension Small Farm Outreach Program at Virginia State University (VSU) announced a partnership Sept. 16 to increase awareness, inclusivity, and divers... more
Small Farm Innovation Challenge offered Community Alliance with Family Farmers
Farmers need right-sized technology. Tools and technology can help farmers improve efficiency, save labor and connect with their customers. But many of the innovations in agriculture today are built for large-scale production, out of reach for most ... more
Purdue Extension specialist brings new perspectives to Indiana organic farming
U.S. organic food and non-food product sales reached a record high of $61.9 billion in 2020. How do Indiana farmers meet the needs of consumers and can organic practices be useful for farmers looking to reduce their inputs? Ashley Adair, the new... more
Advanced Farm Technologies gets $25M Series B funding round
Davis, California-based Advanced Farm Technologies Inc., developers of robotic technology for farmers, announced Sept.21 it has completed a series B investment round raising $25 million to support the company’s growth in strawberry harvesting and t... more
Urban ag seen on recent Michigan Ag and Rural Development Commission tour
Members of the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development got a first-hand look at the opportunities available for urban agriculture while touring new Commissioner Andy Chae’s farm, Fisheye Farms, located in Detroit. As a first-gen... more
National coalition seeks more water, conservation resources in reconciliation plan
With over 80% of the West currently experiencing severe, extreme or exceptional drought conditions, and more than 2.2 million acres of land already burned across the Western states, a national coalition representing agriculture, public water agencies... more
Organic summit features workshop on soil health practices and strategies
An in-depth workshop on soil health practices and strategies employed in organic production systems that can build resilience to climate shock has been announced as part of the 2021 Organic Grower Summit presented by Western Growers and Organic Prod... more