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October proclaimed as as Michigan Agritourism Month by Gov. Whitmer
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed October as Michigan Agritourism Month. The month-long celebration recognizes the economic and social benefits of agritourism to our state’s farms and communities. Michigan Agritourism Month is a special time to... more »
$3M grant funds cover crop breeding for organic farmers
A Cornell-led national network of scientists and farmers is developing new varieties of cover crops that are better adapted to local regions and stressors – changes that could carry a bevy of long-term and sustainable... more »
UArizona part of USDA grant to study growing crops under solar panels
Increasing the resiliency of food production during ongoing climate change and bolstering renewable energy production are both fundamental challenges in today's world. However, solar energy generation is becoming an increasingly profitable use for cropland, which... more »
Automated Weeding Technologies Field Demo planned in Arizona
Desert vegetable growers are encouraged to attend an automated weeding technology field demonstration at the Yuma (Arizona) Agricultural Center the morning of Oct. 21 The event includes presentations and field demonstrations by various companies. Already... more »
Projects building on Colorado Proud brand funded by grant program
Applications are now open to Colorado farmers, ranchers, and food businesses looking to show they’re Colorado Proud. The Colorado Proud Marketing and Technical Assistance grant program will award competitive grants to Colorado food and agricultural... more »
Funds for ‘climate smart’ farming added to California budget
Drought and climate loom large in the latest state budget, with programs aimed at helping farmers and ranchers with funding boosts. A $15 billion climate response program includes $1.1 billion to support "Climate Smart Agriculture"... more »
Organic Grower Summit topic: ‘Ag Inputs for Today’s Organic Grower’
An examination of how organic growers can best utilize approved bio inputs in the most efficient and effective manner for their crops and bottom line will be the subject of a just announced educational session... more »
North Carolina Ag Expo scheduled for Nov. 29-Dec. 1
Ag Expo, presented by the North Carolina Vegetable Growers Association and North Carolina Agribusiness Council, will be held Nov. 29-Dec. 1 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel – Raleigh Durham Airport. For more information, visit here.... more »
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