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$67M will help heirs resolve land ownership and succession Issues

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced during a July 29 press conference with U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock, U.S. Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr., and U.S. Congresswoman Cheri Bustos that the USDA is providing $67 million in comp... more

Washington State University to lead national AI research institute for ag

With a new $20 million federal grant, Washington State University will lead a multi-institutional research institute to develop artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to tackle some of agriculture’s biggest challenges related to labor, water, weath... more

USDA releases economic impact view of the US bio-based products industry

USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Justin Maxson on July 29, the 10th anniversary of the creation of the USDA’s Certified Biobased Product Label, unveiled an Economic Impact Analysis of the U.S. Biobased Products Industry. The re... more

BelleHarvest acquires Michigan Fresh Marketing

Belding, Michigan-based BelleHarvest, Michigan’s oldest grower-owned distributor of fresh apples, has acquired Michigan Fresh Marketing, one of the leading produce sales organizations in Michigan. The addition further diversifies their offerings... more

New York announces new actions to protect pollinators

The New York State Departments of Agriculture and Markets and Environmental Conservation announced July 26 new actions to better protect pollinators and support the health of honeybees across New York state. Signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on June 26,... more

UGA students gain firsthand experience in vineyard management and winemaking

When students begin seeking internships, they look forward to gaining firsthand experience in their chosen fields of interest and seek opportunities that will help further their education and develop future job skills. Some may get stuck making coffe... more

In-person University of California Grape Day set for Aug. 10

University of California Agricultural and Natural Resources and Cooperative Extension are hosting an in-person Grape Field Day that will showcase and update current research. The event will be held Tuesday, Aug. 10, at the Kearney Agricultural Res... more