The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-09-28
25 Largest Industrial and Logistics Markets Poised for Faster Recovery than Others: Study
The 25 largest U.S. industrial markets — by inventory — represent 76% of the total U.S. industrial base among the 77 markets Colliers tracks, according to a recent Colliers report. Read more
warehousing design-build
2024-09-27
Food Recalls in 2024 are Surging. What’s the Crisis Response?
Although large manufacturers receive most of the media attention for food recalls, these 600,000 small food manufacturers also face large-scale recalls on a daily basis. The proper risk strategy and... Read more
safety & security food safety
2024-09-27
New Economic Development Report Offers Roadmap for Strengthening Community-Led Opportunities in Sustainable Forest Products and Outdoor Recreation in Forest Communities
Today, the Departments of the Interior, Agriculture, and Commerce released a report outlining recommendations to enhance community-led economic development by creating jobs in the sustainable forest... Read more
2024-09-26
Pollinating insects we depend on for food production
Bees often get all the credit. But without the pollination powers of other insects, supermarket shelves would look empty. Read more
nature and environment global issues
2024-09-26
Women In Trucking Association Names New Membership Director
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at SpartanNash, RK Logistics and more. Read more
professional development training/onboarding
2024-09-26
Listeria Outbreak Highlights Need for More Digitalized Food Safety Approaches
By embracing emerging technologies, food operators can do their part to protect customers, preserve lives, and position themselves for success in the evolving food safety landscape. Read more
safety & security food safety
2024-09-26
CAPAL Intern Drawn to Federal Employment Opportunities
Ally Huang, a senior at Pomona College in California, just completed an internship through the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). As... Read more
equity initiatives office of partnerships and public engagement oppe student internships careers jobs
2024-09-25
Nature Preserve Vintage Museum Collection, Modern Research Intersect in Century-Long Bee Study
At a tranquil nature reserve in South Michigan, an Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientist and her collaborators connected olden wild bee sample collections and modern technology to better... Read more
2024-09-25
ILA, USMX Contract Negotiations Remain in Limbo
Negotiations show signs of breaking down, making a strike appear increasingly likely, threatening to disrupt nearly half of the nation's ocean trade. Here's what this means for the future of supply... Read more
transportation ocean ports & carriers
2024-09-25
How Retailers are Rewriting Peak Season Strategies to Emphasize Growth
Geographic variations underscore the need for tailored strategies for local market dynamics. Read more
warehousing grocery retail
2024-09-25
USDA and Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) Support a Diverse Talent Pipeline with New Agreement
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) entered into a first-ever Department-wide Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) to... Read more
2024-09-25
Biden-Harris Administration Partners with Organizations to Bring Affordable Clean Energy to Rural Americans as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is moving forward in the awards process with eight new clean energy projects through the Powering Affordable Clean... Read more