The Coalition for Sustainable Organics, Western Growers, the International Fresh Produce Association and others have filed an amicus (“friend of the court”) brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
With a deadline to collect data by April 4, the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is conducting the 2021 Organic Survey to gather new data on certified organic crops and livestock commodities in the U.S.
With global economic growth projected to average 3.1% annually from 2022 to 2031, the USDA is predicting a solid foundation for growth in U.S. fruit and vegetable imports in the next decade.
A new study says high consumption of vegetables alone won’t help prevent heart disease in adults who are deficient in physical activity and other lifestyle factors.
Mexican asparagus exporters in Caborca, Sonora, say harsh weather in January and February has resulted in substantially lower-than-expected yields so far this season.
