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Sustainability
Research: 7 in 10 farmers say they have felt climate change
Seventy-one percent of farmers say that climate change already has a large impact on their farms, according to new research.
September 21, 2023 12:33 PM
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Bayer strawberries
Produce Crops
Bayer expands into strawberries
Bayer has announced the expansion of its fruits and vegetables business to strawberries.
September 21, 2023 09:33 AM
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OGS regen ag vs organic education session. Photos courtesy Organic Growers Summit
Organic
Organic Growers Summit panel to tackle regenerative versus organic
The “Regenerative — What Does it Mean for Organic?” education session will dive into perspectives by industry experts at the sixth annual Organic Grower Summit on Nov. 29-30 in Monterey, Calif.
September 21, 2023 08:46 AM
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National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) logo
Industry
NCAE pans H-2A rule
The National Council of Agricultural Employers says the Department of Labor’s recent proposed rule on H-2A reforms is shocking in its “blatant vitriol” for American farm families.
September 21, 2023 08:37 AM
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Little Leaf Farms Pa. greenhouse. Photo courtesy Little Leaf Farms
Products
Little Leaf Farms earned top spot in category, says Nielson data
Greenhouse grower Little Leaf Farms has confirmed through recent Nielson data that it was cited as the bestselling packaged lettuce in New England, surpassing field-grown brands.
September 21, 2023 08:25 AM
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Capitol
Industry
DeLauro, Valadao and Brown introduce bipartisan Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation that supporters say will increase and improve USDA procurement of fresh fruits and vegetables.
September 21, 2023 08:18 AM
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Eastern propak
Industry
Eastern Propak celebrates grand reopening of produce cold storage, packing and repacking facility
Glassboro, N.J.-based Eastern Propak unveiled its new produce cold storage, packing and repacking facility at a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand reopening event Sept. 13.
September 21, 2023 08:01 AM
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The hydroponic grower is building four high-tech farms in locations throughout the country to expand its reach and ramp up revenue by 2025.
Produce Crops
Northeast growers BrightFarms and Element Farms team to launch spinach line across Giant Co. stores
Hydroponic spinach and leafy greens grower BrightFarms has penned an exclusive licensing deal with a fellow indoor grower, Element Farms, to launch a branded spinach line across 190 Giant Co. stores.
September 21, 2023 07:57 AM
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Ready Pac Bistro Meals
Products
Bonduelle introduces plant-rich Ready Pac Bistro Meal Kits
The new line of plant-rich meal kits are available in three flavors: Teriyaki & Rice, Chipotle & Quinoa, and Basil Pesto & Pasta.
September 21, 2023 07:53 AM
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Mission Produce golf tournament
Industry
Mission Produce golf tournament raises $135K for ag families
The Oxnard, Calif.-based company says its 11th annual philanthropic golf tournament raised $135,000 gross proceeds for The Mission Foundation, which supports causes involving children, families and agriculture education.
September 21, 2023 07:48 AM
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