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The company that produces Dachtal herbicide used in broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage and onions will no longer sell the product and will work with state and federal authorities to remove it from the marketplace.
Funded projects include the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board’s initiative to promote the consumption of Michigan-grown asparagus.
In honor of its 125th Banana-Versary, Dole Food Co. will host the inaugural Dole Great American Banana Challenge on Aug. 24 during the Great American Banana Split Celebration.
The Food and Drug Administration said while it added a second grower to its outbreak traced to field cucumbers, the vegetables are no longer in-season and there is no ongoing risk.
The Markon Cooperative event featured field tours, educational sessions and mini trade shows.
WiliBot will enable users to learn more about the location and condition of products tagged with Wiliot’s Pixel.
The grower-packer-shipper provided an update on the start of the new crop shipping season.
The cooperative says it’s working with Measure to Improve on a comprehensive strategy focusing on climate-smart agriculture, reducing plastic packaging and engaging growers in environmental stewardship.
Per hectare returns are projected to be up from last season for all categories, the company said.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has opened a 60-day consultation as part of its work on a new national potato wart response plan.