The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-07-20
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in Florida, New York and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on four produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay... Read more
2022-07-20
Ex-banker among farming's new crop
The Royal Welsh Show tries to attract "new blood" to show farming is not just for older men. Read more
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2022-07-20
The young farmers trying to change Wales' future
Eighteen young farmers will attempt to tackle the challenges facing the industry in Wales. Read more
2022-07-20
Heatwave to push up price of chips, say farmers
One Yorkshire farmer says the next potato harvest looks "horrendous", with crop yield much reduced. Read more
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2022-07-19
USDA to Host Webinar on Proposed Rule to Promote Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, Submit Questions in Advance
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is hosting a webinar to provide information regarding a proposed rule that aims to protect American poultry growers from... Read more
2022-07-19
Will rising prices mean people grow their own veg?
Rising prices for fruit and vegetables could mean more farm jobs and more people growing their own. Read more
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2022-07-18
Help farmers facing inflation 'tempest'
The Farmers Union of Wales wants more aid for farmers facing dramatic increases in input costs. Read more
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2022-07-18
Can we grow crops that aren't affected by the changing climate?
Will it be possible to feed the planet in a warmer world? The production of key crops like cereals can be hit hard by heatwaves and droughts. Climate Now meets the scientists attempting to uncover and... Read more
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2022-07-16
Cornish couple share new farm journey on TikTok
The couple have been documenting the set up of their farm in Redruth. Read more
2022-07-14
USDA Announces Options in Certifying AMS Livestock and Poultry Commodity Products
To provide greater flexibility to contractors that supply food for Federal nutrition assistance programs, including many small businesses, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural... Read more
2022-07-12
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for Section 32 Purchase of Alaska/Pacific Seafood products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Alaska/Pacific Seafood Products for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Potential materials may... Read more
2022-07-12
Crowds predicted for sell-out Great Yorkshire Show
Organisers are expecting almost 140,000 visitors during the four-day event in Harrogate. Read more
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