The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-15
Increase in Industrial Vacancy Rate Suggests Temporary Supply-Demand Imbalance
As of August, the national industrial vacancy rate in the United States was approximately 6.4%, reflecting an upward trend from the previous months, according to recent data from ITS Logistics,... Read more
warehousing design-build
2024-10-15
DataDocks’ New Features Designed to Streamline Operations
DataDocks launched three new features designed to streamline operations, reduce costs and improve overall supply chain efficiency. Read more
transportation fleet management
2024-10-15
Trucker Tools’ Fraud Identification Features to Protect Against Increasing Threats
Trucker Tools launched its new Fraud Toolkit, a suite of advanced fraud identification features designed to combat the growing challenge of fraudulent activities in the freight industry. Read more
transportation wms/tms
2024-10-15
ETQ Launches AI-Based Predictive Quality Analytics Solution
The solution enables automated, early detection and proactive resolution to prevent manufacturing problems, limit production variation, speed decision making, and deliver prescriptive solutions. Read more
software & technology ai/ar
2024-10-15
Mojix, Seagull Software Merger to Create Leading Supply Chain and Traceability Platform
Seagull Software announced a merger with Mojix, which will leverage Seagull Software’s BarTender’s global customer base and value-added channel partner network with more than 250,000 customers across... Read more
warehousing packaging
2024-10-15
U.S. Ports Responsible for Nearly $2.9T in Economic Activity: AAPA Study
U.S. ports are responsible for nearly $2.9 trillion in economic activity and 21.8 million American jobs, according to a study released by the American Association of Port Authorities. Read more
transportation ocean ports & carriers
2024-10-15
Major USDA Investments in Local Foods Strengthen School Meals
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today emphasized USDA’s ongoing commitment to connecting local farmers and producers with schools nationwide that serve meals to about 30 million children every... Read more
2024-10-15
USDA Announces Availability of D-SNAP for Disaster Areas in Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that people in parts of Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee recovering from Tropical Storm Helene may be eligible for food assistance through the... Read more
2024-10-15
USDA Makes Indemnity Payments to Producers Impacted by Hurricane Helene
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced additional assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help producers impacted by Hurricane Helene in the recovery process. USDA is... Read more
2024-10-15
USDA Invests in Hispanic-serving Institutions to Strengthen Higher Education in Agriculture
As Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations wrap, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today an investment of more than $15 million to promote and strengthen agriculture-related... Read more
2024-10-15
USDA Science Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Meet Jose
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
research and science usda science national institute of food and agriculture nifa science stem education hispanic heritage month
2024-10-15
2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the US Federation of Worker Cooperatives
When Congress enacted the Cooperative Marketing Act of 1926, it directed the USDA to create a range of federal services in support of producer-owned cooperatives. For nearly 100 years, USDA has... Read more
rural rural development cooperatives