The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-30
Biden-Harris Administration Makes Investments to Strengthen American Farms & Businesses, Increase Competition and Lower Costs
During a visit to Dramm Corp. today, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced that the Biden-Harris Administration is making investments that will... Read more
2024-10-29
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $2.4B in New Rail Projects
The more than $2.4 billion in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding is for 122 rail improvement projects in 41 states and Washington, D.C. These projects will make rail safer, more reliable, and more... Read more
transportation rail & intermodal
2024-10-29
Supply Chain Climate Audits to De-Risk Global Agri-Food Supply Chains
Helios Artificial Intelligence (Helios AI) launched new Supply Chain Climate Audits (SC²A), designed to help companies address the growing climate risks impacting global agri-food supply chains. Read more
safety & security risk/compliance
2024-10-29
How High-Touch Service and Company Culture Drive Lasting Success in Supply Chain
Company culture is far more than a trendy term; it's the essence that showcases what an organization contributes to a partnership, both internally with the team and externally with customers. Read more
transportation 3pl/4pl
2024-10-29
USDA partners with states to conserve private forestlands as part of Investing in America agenda
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service announced an investment of more than $265 million to conserve nearly 335,000 acres of ecologically and economically significant... Read more
2024-10-29
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $239 Million to Increase Access to Clean, Affordable Domestic Biofuels as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is awarding $39 million in grants to U.S. business owners to increase the availability of domestic... Read more
2024-10-28
USDA Announces Appointments to National Sheep Industry Improvement Center Board of Directors
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of one producer and one expert in finance and management to each serve as members on the National Sheep Industry Improvement... Read more
2024-10-28
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in Florida, Maryland and Nebraska from Operating in the Produce Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay... Read more
2024-10-28
USDA Issues a Default Decision against Austin W. Lambrich for Violating the Packers and Stockyards Act
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a Decision and Order Without Hearing by Reason of Default against Austin Lambrich of Geff, Ill., on June 5, 2024, for violations of the Packers and... Read more
2024-10-28
USDA Launches $15 Million Program to Promote Organic Dairy Products in Schools and Youth Programs
VERNON, Vt., Oct. 28, 2024 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced the launch of the Organic Dairy Product Promotion (ODPP) program,... Read more
2024-10-28
Planning for Elongated Air Peak Season in 2025
As shippers plan for 2025, this extended air peak season has added another layer of complexity as forecasting is less reliable than ever. Read more
transportation air cargo
2024-10-25
How Warehouse Managers Can Lead Frontline Workers Through Shipping Delays and Strikes
With the right training and tools, managers can lead their teams through any disruption, ensuring that the supply chain remains as resilient as possible in the face of adversity. Read more
professional development training/onboarding