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Farm rallies to rebuild after tornado devastation
After pouring every ounce of energy into building a flourishing agritoursim business near Oklahoma's largest city, owner Glenn Orr and his family never counted on it all being shredded to pieces in just a few... more »
Vidalia growers to vote on marketing order
USDA recently announced that Vidalia onion producers will vote from Sept. 9 through Sept. 27 on whether to continue their federal marketing order.The marketing order requires that a continuance referendum be held every six years.... more »
Maine processing plant grows from local partnerships
When its new vegetable processing facility opens this summer, Northern Girl will be closer to achieving its goal of pursuing year-round processing of locally grown vegetables in an underserved region of northern Maine.Northern Girl will... more »
Walla Walla producers to vote on marketing order
Walla Walla sweet onion producers will vote from Sept. 14 through Oct. 4 on whether to continue their federal marketing order, according to USDA.The marketing order requires that a continuance referendum be held every six... more »
Food safety a high priority for California farm
Farming and food safety keep Ryan Talley busy. Talley, a third-generation grower, is also chairman of the board of the California Leafy Green Products Handler Marketing Agreement (LGMA).With his brother, Todd, and cousin, Brian, Ryan... more »
Florida continues tomato dispute with Mexico
The Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE) recently filed a lawsuit with the U.S. Court of International Trade, challenging whether or not a recent agreement with Mexican tomato interests complies with federal trade laws.The lawsuit is the... more »
New Jersey farm honored for charity
Now in its 100th year of operation, Von Thun Farms in Monmouth Junction, N.J., continues to provide portions of its fruit and vegetable harvest to needy residents of the region.And for their efforts, operators of... more »
Produce market embraces west Michigan growers
A new urban market in Grand Rapids, Mich., debuted May 4 with a massive outdoor seasonal produce space. The opening of the outdoor phase of the $30 million, 130,000-square-foot facility on 3.5 acres will be... more »
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Ionized gas used for food safety
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