The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-03
Cargill Teamsters on Strike
Teamsters Local 238 members at Cargill are on strike due to the company’s failure to come to terms on a fair agreement. Read more
safety & security regulations
2024-10-03
Alleviating Truck Congestion and Boosting Efficiency for Perishables
The Airforwarders Association is pivotal in advocating for infrastructure improvements that directly benefit shippers and the like. Read more
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2024-10-03
Consumers Frustrated with Rising Prices: RRD Survey
A recent survey conducted by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company found that consumers across key demographic groups have reached a breaking point and are shifting their shopping habits. Read more
safety & security regulations
2024-10-03
Danfoss Power Solutions Names Senior Vice President of Global Operations
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at Danfoss, TIA and More. Read more
professional development hiring
2024-10-03
Conflict Threatens to Create Another Cycle of Refugee Seeds
The current conflict in the Middle East is putting some of the most desert-adapted seed collections in the world at risk. Read more
2024-10-03
Setting the Bar for a Regenerative Food System
“We want everyone to be able to raise to a higher standard because that ultimately is going to allow us to deliver on our higher purpose.” Read more
2024-10-03
Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Rural Communities to Lower Energy Costs and Create Jobs in 34 States as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced today that USDA is partnering with farmers and small businesses to expand access to clean energy and lower energy... Read more
2024-10-03
USDA Science Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Meet Noé
National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15, is a time to celebrate the rich history, cultural diversity, and contributions from Hispanic communities. USDA’s Research, Education, and... Read more
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2024-10-02
Greenhouse Cup soccer tournament hosted 13 farm teams
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) and the Migrant Workers Community Program (MWCP) recently hosted the 3rd Annual Greenhouse Cup soccer tournament, where international agri-food workers... Read more
2024-10-02
Corn, Rice Harvest is Wrapped for 2024
Corn and rice harvests wrapped up for Mississippi fields a bit ahead of schedule, helped by the ideal weather leading up to the harvest window. Read more
2024-10-02
Farmer Sentiment Reaches Lowest Levels Since 2016 as Income Expectations Weaken
In September, the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer
recorded its lowest readings since March 2016. Declining income expectations pushed farmer sentiment down as the barometer fell 12... Read more
2024-10-02
Crop Progress: Winter Wheat Planting Advances Amid Moisture Shortages
For the week ending Sept. 29, 2024, there were 6.8 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 30% very short, 37%... Read more