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UbiQD shares new case studies for greenhouse light optimization

UbiQD, Inc., a New Mexico-based deep tech company specializing in nanomaterials innovation, announced Feb. 11 that it has released new plant trial data and launched a new website for its greenhouse industry-focused brand. UbiGro incorporates UbiQD... more

Producers with crop insurance get premium for cover crops

Agricultural producers who have coverage under most crop insurance policies are eligible for a premium benefit from the USDA if they planted cover crops during the 2022 crop year. To receive the benefit from this year’s Pandemic Cover Crop Progr... more

Connecting growers, marketers brings honor to Virginia MarketMaker

It doesn’t take much effort to order an item off a restaurant menu or choose a piece of produce from the supermarket. For many these days, it’s as simple as downloading an app and waiting for the food to magically appear at the door. However, c... more

Entries sought in Michigan for Exporter of the Year and Rising Star Awards

The Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development is launching a search for the 2022 Michigan's "Ag Exporter of the Year." Each year, the department recognizes a leading food or agriculture exporter by presenting the “Michigan Ag Expor... more

Long-term investments touted to modernize California ports

As congestion at West Coast ports continues to impede movement of California agricultural exports, stopgap measures such as a new container yard in Oakland may begin to speed the flow of farm goods to overseas customers. But farm leaders, port off... more

Recommendations sent to USDA Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee

On Feb. 2, senior leadership from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) presented several recommendations on key issues facing the produce sector – ranging from produce safety to nutrition to research/data collection and prioritization... more

2022 Live Local: Food & Farmers Market Conference planned in Illinois

Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB), in partnership with the Illinois Farmers Market Association (IFMA), will host the 2022 Live Local: Food & Farmers Market Conference on March 23-24 at the Embassy Suites in East Peoria, Illinois. The two-day conferen... more