The latest news from the agricultural sector
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
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
2024-10-25
What the Next U.S. Election Means for Food Systems
'This is the last election that counts in terms of whether we make things happen at the pace they must.” Read more
2024-10-25
How Can Conscious Transformation Help Food Systems?
How can we expect to respond to the climate crisis effectively if we can’t tap into our collective wisdom? Read more
2024-10-25
Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Clean, More Affordable Energy for Seven Rural Electric Cooperatives from South Carolina to Colorado as Part of Investing in America Agenda
Today Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced more than $3 billion through the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Empowering Rural America (New ERA) Program to lower electricity... Read more
2024-10-25
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Visits North Carolina to Highlight Federal Resources Available to Help Farmers, Families and Communities Recover from Hurricane Helene
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today visited Asheville, North Carolina, to hear firsthand from local, state and Tribal officials, emergency managers, food bank staff and volunteers, and... Read more
2024-10-24
Rockwell Automation Names President for Americas Region
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at RK Logistics, Rockwell and more. Read more
professional development hiring
2024-10-24
How Rail Can Optimize Food, Beverage and Cold Chain Transportation
Freight transportation by rail is customizable, consistent, and sustainable. Embracing rail transport is not just a strategic choice for today, but a forward-thinking solution for food and beverage... Read more
transportation rail & intermodal
2024-10-24
Transportation, Logistics Outlook for 2025 Brings Both Risk, Opportunity: Report
Expect moderate growth to return in the first quarter and long-term growth trends of 5.7%, year over year, to be restored by the end of 2025, according to Motive's outlook report. Read more
transportation trucking
2024-10-24
Transborder Freight Between U.S., Mexico Experiences Uptick: Report
Transborder freight between the United States, Canada and Mexico experience a slight uptick across all modes, according to a report released by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Read more
transportation trucking