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Farmworker Awareness Week drives public knowledge, participation
Farmworker Awareness Week was successful for Equitable Food Initiative (EFI), the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups.
USDA to host virtual event in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month
In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will host a free, virtual convening over three days to highlight the mental health challenges farmers face. The virtual event takes place May 17, 18 and 19 fr... more
Innovation continues to drive Tozer Seeds
Vegetable breeder Tozer Seeds is reflecting on its 78 years in the industry, with its start in a small town just southwest of London, England. Tozer was founded on the fundamental principles of great people, exceptional plant breeding and high-qualit... more
COFRA Holding acquires Ontario Plants
COFRA Holding has acquired Ontario Plants Propagation Limited, the leading supplier of high-quality starter plants for hydroponic and organic greenhouse growers in North America. Founded in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada, in 2002, Ontario Plants is t... more
UF/IFAS program connects small-scale growers with digital marketing tools
A team from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is offering a free series, How to Market in a Digital Era, through the month of May for agricultural entrepreneurs in the southeast and southwest Florida markets. Th... more
Anuvia Plant Nutrients wins Gold Stevie in 2022 American Business Awards
Anuvia Plant Nutrients the manufacturer of high-efficiency, sustainable bio-based fertilizers for the agriculture, turf, and lawn care industries, was named the winner of a Gold Stevie Award in the Food and Beverage Company of the Year category in Th... more
Frosty Binz launches insulated reflective cover for harvest bins, containers
Frosty Binz launched its insulated reflective cover for bulk containers and harvest bins. The lightweight reusable cover reflects the sun’s solar radiation while keeping the produce cool and moisture loss to a minimum. The cover consists of an o... more