The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-11-05
Supply Chain SMBs Urged to Address Vulnerabilities as Ransomware Attacks Soar
Data security and protection are critical in the face of the rising ransomware threat. Think of the resources you invest, not in terms of the line-item cost, but rather in the value of not falling to... Read more
safety & security risk/compliance
2024-11-05
SGS Launches Sustainability Services to Help Companies Meet ESG Regulations
SGS launched IMPACT NOW for sustainability, a new concept in the delivery of sustainability services designed to address ever-changing market demands and the urgent needs of the planet. Read more
sustainability carbon footprint
2024-11-04
USDA Seeks Nominees for the Cherry Industry Administrative Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees for the Cherry Industry Administrative Board to fill seats for three growers, one handler and one at-large member, and their respective... Read more
2024-11-04
Flexible Loading Enhanced Container System for Intermodal Transportation
CakeBoxx Technologies launched FlexBoxx, a flexible loading enhanced container system designed for transporting steel coils and other heavy-duty materials. Read more
transportation cold chain
2024-11-04
How Flexible Robotics Solutions Turn Dull Into Dynamic For Food Manufacturers
In the end, the manufacturers that succeed are the manufacturers who will integrate creativity into the warehouse and ensure it can flex to meet the needs of clients. Read more
software & technology robotics
2024-11-01
USDA Announces Appointments to the Hass Avocado Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of eight members to the Hass Avocado Board. Appointed are two producer members, two producer alternates, two importer members... Read more
2024-11-01
USDA Announces Appointments to the American Pecan Promotion Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of five members to serve on the American Pecan Promotion Board. These five appointees will serve three-year terms, effective... Read more
2024-11-01
How Efficient Inventory Management Can Make or Break Farm Operations
The right inventory management system allows farmers to meet growing consumer demands while running their farms better. Read more
software & technology software solutions
2024-10-31
USDA Files Action Against Berry People LLC in California for Alleged PACA Violations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Berry People LLC for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). The company,... Read more
2024-10-31
USDA and Wisconsin Award $3.1 Million to Projects that Strengthen Food Supply Chain Infrastructure
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with Wisconsin to award $3.1 million for 41 equipment projects through the Resilient... Read more
2024-10-31
USDA Cites Cantero Produce Corp. in Florida for PACA Violations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Cantero Produce Corp., Panama City, Fla., for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). These sanctions include... Read more
2024-10-31
USDA Announces $33.5 Million in Grant Awards to Expand Local and Regional Food Systems
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service today awarded over $33.5 million for 113 grant projects in 43 states and territories to expand and strengthen local and... Read more