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A new genetically modified purple tomato has received a green light from the USDA.

For the eighth year, Ridge Springs, S.C.-based Titan Farms and Harris Teeter joined forces and donated peaches to Second Harvest Food Banks in Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the availability of approximately $400 million to provide services through USDA’s new Regional Food Business Centers.

Melon supplier, Fyffes, released a report with early strategy successes on its first anniversary. The changes are part of a plan to improve operations, environmental impact and worker welfare on Honduran melon farms.

The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer farmer sentiment index rose 14 points in August to a reading of 117.

Western Growers has released “Water for Farms,” an online documentary series of five videos that explores the potential impact of California’s ongoing drought.

BioConsortia displayed its innovation pipeline on Aug. 30 at its Davis, Calif., headquarters in an investor-focused Technology Showcase event.

In a campaign called “Mushrooms are the Answer,” the Mushroom Council will use National Mushroom Month in September and weeks after to showcase the many benefits of mushrooms.

The Glennville, Ga.-based company has improved its Peruvian growing operations, including expanding organic acreage, packing shed facilities, new dryers and upgraded packing equipment.