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Farmers who sell locally eligible for new USDA insurance policy

The USDA is rolling out a new insurance option specifically for agricultural producers with small farms who sell locally. The new Micro Farm policy simplifies record keeping and covers post-production costs like washing and value-added products. U... more

Novozymes, Anuvia Plant Nutrients bring bio-based nutrients to commercial ag

Novozymes, a biological solutions company, and Anuvia Plant Nutrients, a plant nutrient firm, announced Oct. 6 that they have joined forces to develop a range of combined biotechnologies that will reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers in commer... more

Projects building on Colorado Proud brand funded by grant program

Applications are now open to Colorado farmers, ranchers, and food businesses looking to show they’re Colorado Proud. The Colorado Proud Marketing and Technical Assistance grant program will award competitive grants to Colorado food and agricultural... more

Funds for ‘climate smart’ farming added to California budget

Drought and climate loom large in the latest state budget, with programs aimed at helping farmers and ranchers with funding boosts. A $15 billion climate response program includes $1.1 billion to support "Climate Smart Agriculture" project over tw... more

Online Fresh Ideas Showcase announced by PMA

Produce Marketing Association has announced that an Online Fresh Ideas Showcase, where companies can share their innovative products and services, will be available for buyers to see the newest flavors and solutions. “Each year countless produ... more

Organic Grower Summit topic: ‘Ag Inputs for Today’s Organic Grower’

An examination of how organic growers can best utilize approved bio inputs in the most efficient and effective manner for their crops and bottom line will be the subject of a just announced educational session as part of the 2021 Organic Grower Summi... more

AcreValue, farmland information, evaluation unit, bought by Ag-Analytics

Ag-Analytics, a farmland data technology software provider, announced Sept. 30 the acquisition of AcreValue, a farmland information and evaluation platform, from Granular, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Corteva Agriscience. The acquisition by Ag-Ana... more