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UGA viticulturist, plant pathologist to present at Wine Producers Conference

Fritz Westover of Westover Viticulture and Virtual Viticulture Academy will serve as keynote speaker for the conference. Westover will speak on “A new era for grape growing in Georgia: Learning from the past and adapting to new practices for the fu... more

USDA: Programs help farmers when they need it most

Have you ever felt like you reached your breaking point? Known someone who has? Didn’t know where to turn when you needed help? Financial pressure. Job loss. Relationship challenges. Social isolation. Compound Stress. Any and all can lead one to... more

Ag leaders salute signing of US-Mexico-Canada Agreement

“USMCA will advance United States agricultural interests in two of the most important markets for American farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses.”

Colorado Farm Fresh Directory requires operators to submit information

The Colorado Department of Agriculture will publish the 36th annual Colorado Farm Fresh Directory in June, which promotes Colorado farmers’ markets, roadside stands, u-picks, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) producers, agritourism activities, ... more

Brandt promotes five to leadership positions

Brandt, an agriculture retailer and manufacturer of specialty agriculture products, has promoted five managers to corporate leadership positions. Today’s promotions reflect Brandt's new holding company structure. Implemented on Jan. 1, 2020, the... more

Study: Winegrapes face climate change decline

Researchers investigated whether utilizing this wide diversity of wine grapes could help to build resiliency. Their findings may help other areas of agriculture adapt to a warming world.