The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-11-07
USDA Issues a Packers and Stockyards Complaint against Hill City Commission LLC
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a complaint against Hill City Commission, LLC and Larry W. Phillips, Hill City, Kan., on Oct. 8, 2024, for alleged violations of the Packers and... Read more
2024-11-07
USDA Issues a Packers and Stockyards Complaint against Kolb’s Dairy Sales LLC.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a complaint against Matthew Kolb and Kolb’s Dairy Sales LLC. on Oct. 22, 2024, for alleged violations of the Packers and Stockyard (P&S) Act. Read more
2024-11-07
USDA Releases 2023 Pesticide Data Program Annual Summary
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today published the 2023 Pesticide Data Program (PDP) Annual Summary. The summary shows that more than 99 percent of the samples tested had pesticide residues... Read more
2024-11-07
Alternative fish farming: Good for the fish and environment?
Conventional salmon farms have come under fire because of high mortality rates of salmon in aqua culture. In Norway, which supplies over 50% of global production, a farm has taken a more responsible... Read more
nature and environment norway
2024-11-07
J.B. Hunt Makes Executive Leadership Changes
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at Cimcorp, AutoStore and more. Read more
professional development hiring
2024-11-07
Streamlining Operations While Fostering Innovation in Food and Beverage Industry
This balance between simplifying existing processes and adopting new technologies is critical for navigating today’s challenges and preparing for the future. Read more
software & technology software solutions
2024-11-07
Trade Tech Survey Uncovers Continued Lack of Preparedness for ICS2-ENS, EORI Compliance
Survey findings underscore the need for all stakeholders involved in cargo shipments to and throughout the EU to proactively address compliance with these evolving EU customs regulations by the Dec. 4... Read more
safety & security regulations
2024-11-06
C.H. Robinson Develops GenAI Technology to Automate Freight Shipments
C.H. Robinson created proprietary technology incorporating Generative AI (GenAI) to automate transactions across the entire lifecycle of a freight shipment. Read more
software & technology ai/ar
2024-11-06
Carrier Transicold, Net Feasa Introduce Dry Box Telematics Solution
Carrier Transicold collaborated with Net Feasa to launch IoTPASS, a cutting-edge dry container telematics solution that extends asset monitoring capabilities beyond refrigerated units. Read more
transportation cold chain
2024-11-06
Understanding How Bad Actors Operate to Fight Freight Fraud
Freight fraud continuously evolves to exploit vulnerabilities. Bad actors are getting smarter, faster, and sneakier at targeting and infiltrating systems. It’s critical to understand their tactics and... Read more
safety & security risk/compliance
2024-11-06
TransmetriQ’s New Rate & Route Tool Helps Rail Shippers Select Optimal Routes
Railinc’s TransmetriQ brand launched its Rate & Route tool, designed to improve performance and reduce expense for rail carload shippers. Read more
transportation rail & intermodal
2024-11-05
Sri Lanka's Tamil tea pickers struggle for rights
The hill country Tamils in Sri Lanka, workers who have shaped the nation's tea industry for centuries, continue to live on the margins. Despite their invaluable contributions, they face ongoing... Read more
food security sri lanka