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AgroFresh acquires Pace International

AgroFresh Solutions Inc. has acquired Pace International LLC, including its domestic and overseas operations. Pace was a subsidiary of Valent BioSciences and is a provider of sustainable postharvest solutions, equipment and technical services. ... more


Honeybee antiviral treatment research protects bees

United States Department of Agriculture scientists have developed a treatment designed to protect honeybees.


Supply chain report looks at large retailer influence

A Federal Trade Commission (FTC) report on grocery supply chain disruptions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic targets the influence of major retailers as exacerbating the effects of those disruptions. The FTC’s report also examin... more


Corteva sets sights on biologicals, technology

Corteva Inc. has launched a platform focused on agricultural innovations, including genome editing, biologicals and other natural products. Corteva Catalyst will partner with entrepreneurs and innovators to accelerate the development of early-stag... more


USDA asks for comments on fruit, vegetable committee

The USDA is seeking comments on its plans to renew the charter of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee. USDA is set to renew the committee’s charter for two years as required by the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The current char... more


Bactericide and fungicide receives EPA okay for potatoes

A bactericide and fungicide from Sym-Agro has received expanded EPA approval and is now registered for use in potatoes, among other crops. Instill is now approved for use in potatoes, hazelnuts, sugar beets and coffee,  according to a news releas... more


Cox Farms debuts with network of 17 greenhouses

Cox Enterprises has launched Cox Farms, with 17 BrightFarms and Mucci Farms greenhouse locations in North America. Cox Farms represents a commitment to making the world a better place by future-proofing the world of produce and enhancing the compa... more


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