News
Platform launched for new agriculture sensor development
AgSensor Solutions, a platform company designed to help sensor creators move agricultural applications to market more quickly, has been formed by a collaboration of three established firms. The partners in the new venture are: AGD Consulting.... more
‘Rooted in Resilience’ is theme of EcoFarm 2022
EcoFarm2022, which will be held in Monterey, California, is open for registration. Connect with farmers and like-minded people, learn new skills, listen to visionary key speakers, exchange seeds, establish contacts and enjoy the beautiful grounds ... more
15 felony counts directed at Stockton farm labor contractor
Alfredo Casas, 62, of Stockton, California, has been arraigned on 15 felony counts of insurance fraud, grand theft and tax evasion. Casas allegedly underreported payroll for his farm labor contracting business by over $1 million, resulting in a subst... more
Feb. 2-3 dates set for Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days
The Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days are returning on Feb. 2-3 at Lake Michigan College's Mendel Center in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Hosted by the Michigan Grape Society and Michigan State University Extension this year's event will feature se... more
Access to healthy foods, farmers’ support part of NYS Food Hub
New York state announced Dec. 10 the "topping off" ceremony of the New York State Regional Food Hub in the Hunts Point neighborhood of the Bronx, where the final beam of the 60,000-square-foot, $40 million cold-storage facility was put in place. T... more
Michigan vegetable growers honor Horkey family, Todd DeKryger
Michigan vegetable growers gathered Dec. 8 to honor individuals who have given back to the industry over many years. Horkey Brothers received the Master Farmer Award from the Michigan Vegetable Council. Brothers Doug and Travis Horkey, with their ... more
Square Roots to sell local produce in SpartanNash stores in Michigan
Square Roots, the indoor farming company, has announced Dec. 9 that it now sells local, Michigan-grown produce to almost 50 SpartanNash corporate-owned retail stores across the state, including D&W Fresh Market, Family Fare, VG’s Grocery and F... more