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Frieda Rapoport Caplan, produce industry leader, dies

Produce industry pioneer Frieda Rapoport Caplan, 96, died in her home on Jan 18. [caption id="" align="alignright" width="356"] Frieda Rapoport Caplan[/caption] Caplan is widely praised for her role in elevating the role of women in the fresh p... more

Koppert’s Natutec releases biological solutions over large agricultural areas

With the launch of the Natutec Drone, biological solutions innovator, Koppert Biological Systems, has entered the airspace and now can release its biological solutions over large agricultural expanses to control a range of harmful pests. Although dr... more

Ag safety organization honors individuals, groups for leadership efforts

The Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America (ASHCA) has announced eight individuals and organizations to be honored for leadership in agricultural safety as demonstrated through safety training, collaboration, promotion, education or resear... more

Specialty Crops Workshop planned in Kansas

A Southeast Kansas Specialty Crops Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020 in Burlington, Kansas, at the Coffey County Fairgrounds 4-H Building, 110 S 6th St. from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Both experienced and beginning specialty crop producers ... more

Pathway BioLogic acquired by recently formed Plant Response

The recently formed biological joint venture, Plant Response, is acquiring applied microbial science company Pathway BioLogic to expand its portfolio of robust biological products offered to the agricultural industry. Plant Response was formed by ... more

US-Mexico-Canada deal passes with ag support

Following today’s passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement by the U.S. Senate, the California Farm Bureau Federation said the trade pact will help farmers, ranchers and agricultural businesses throughout the state.