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USDA opens container assistance program amid shipping woes
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will begin accepting applications for the Commodity Container Assistance Program (CCAP) as the lack of containers adds to supply chain issues. The CCAP currently i... more
American Agri-Women release Farm Bill recommendations
American Agri-Women released the recommendations of their Farm Bill Task Force this week. AAW President Heather Hampton-Knodle said their philosophy is to focus on fundamentals of on-farm flexibility, access to capital and programs and promotion of U... more
Rutgers unveils D’Light, a sweeter strawberry
Rutgers researchers have unveiled a new varietal that’s been 15 years in the making: Rutgers D’Light. Bred for its flavorful, sweet fruit, Rutgers D’Light has a unique holiday light shape that makes it the “ideal strawberry for dipping in ... more
Wildlife funds to promote cover crops in Indiana, Michigan
To improve water quality and wildlife habitat, Ducks Unlimited (DU) and its partners are spearheading an effort to use almost $400,000 to help Indiana and Michigan farmers implement 75,000 acres of cover crops over four years. The $387,000 from th... more
USDA’s new Emergency Relief Program kicks off with $10 billion
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency is mailing applications for the Emergency Relief Program, to help offset losses caused by wildfires, droughts, hurricanes and other natural disasters in 2020 and 2021.
Grow-NY now accepting applications through July 1
Grow-NY attracts high-growth food and agriculture startups to compete for $3 million in total prize money each year and supports 20 finalists through a business development phase that connects them with the region’s resources.
Pest Friends set to infest family game nights
The educational strategy game, which challenges two or more players to grow a profitable crop in the face of pressure from insects, was created by University of Idaho Extension educators.