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Ketos says its Shield solution will provide Kalera with lab-accurate water quality data to support crop yield and manage nutrient concentration, while creating water reuse efficiencies.

The sanctions include suspending the businesses’ PACA licenses and barring the principal operators of the businesses from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.

USDA announced on Tuesday a $24 million investment to “teach and train” beginning farmers and ranchers through NIFA’s Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP).

The farm bill debate depends in part on who controls the House because leadership of the Ag Committee would see definite changes if the GOP wins.

It’s time to send photos of your gourds and galas. Get your work recognized and perhaps win a prize.

The Hass Avocado Board’s recently released Avocado Seasonality Drivers study reveals that the first quarter is the peak season for avocado retail sales.

Produce managers who know their store and customers well can be a great source for creative merchandising ideas — if they they’re allowed to be.

It takes some additional work to incorporate the little bags into produce displays, but the results are evident, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Fresh Produce Association of the Americas President Lance Jungmeyer has presented the group’s Member of the Year Award to Matt Mandel from SunFed.

NatureSweet and Instant Pot are joining forces this winter to inspire cold weather cooking with a series of Instant Pot giveaways and recipe ideas.