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CEA Alliance welcomes supply chain loan guarantee program bill
The CEA Alliance applauds the introduction of the Food Supply Chain Capacity and Resiliency Act of 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Mike Braun (R-IN), is designed to provide critical alternative funding for the contro... more
Michigan fruit management guide updated
The Michigan Fruit Management Guide, which includes coverage of strawberries, has been released by Michigan State University (MSU) Extension.
Seed association summit to focus on leadership
The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) Leadership Summit is scheduled for June 15 - 19 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Summit is an annual event that is designed to provide a “crucial opportunity for mid- to senior-level seed company leadership... more
Use data to guide crop input decisions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that farming profits are predicted to fall in 2024. As growers look to balance expenses and outcomes, they may be tempted to cut inputs from their crop nutrition plan. But AgroLiquid’s Abe Isaak says ... more
Customers focus of Enza Zaden departments reorganization
In a change that reflects global seed breeder Enza Zaden’s awareness of accelerated change in the seed industry, the company has integrated two of its departments. During the past three years, Enza Zaden integrated departments into its North and... more
Verdant enters broccoli partnership
Verdant Technologies is expanding the adoption of its trademarked HarvestHold Fresh product in Canada to improve the sustainability and efficiency of the North American broccoli supply chain. HarvestHold Fresh is an in-box sheet that uses an indus... more