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Sakata Seed America donates masks, gloves to aid response
Sakata Seed America is doing its part to support medical professionals and the health care system amid the COVID-19 crisis. Sakata Seed America, a ... READ MORE »
A fact sheet for growers navigating coronavirus
This is a very difficult time for many people. Farmers and those involved in other aspects of agriculture and food production are experiencing signifi... READ MORE »
Amid coronavirus outbreak, EWG releases disputed ‘Dirty Dozen’
The widely-disputed "Dirty Dozen" report from the Environmental Working Group was released March 25, amid the global coronavirus outbreak pandemic. ... READ MORE »
Coronavirus best management practices for vegetable growers
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19), has impacted Americans and our world partners significantly. While we have gained a basic understanding of this nove... READ MORE »
University of Vermont shares guidelines for fruit, vegetable operations
The current COVID-19 pandemic is a common concern and many are wondering what they can and should do. The information compiled by here is intended to... READ MORE »
Fresh Connections Retail, Women’s Fresh Perspectives postponed by PMA
The following statement on March 12 from the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) outlines plans to postpone its Fresh Connections Retail and Women’s... READ MORE »
Strawberry fields thrive near natural habitat for birds
Conserving natural habitat around strawberry fields can help protect growers’ yields, their bottom line and the environment with no detectable threa... READ MORE »
Farmers’ markets offered COVID-19 advice
As concerns about the spread of COVID-19 grow, farmers' market operators are wondering how best to respond. Markets are grappling with their role as p... READ MORE »
FDA is postponing most foreign inspections through April due to virus
The following announcement was made March 10. "Today, we are providing an update on the status of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspect... READ MORE »
BrightFarms continues growth with greenhouse locations
New York-based packaged salads company BrightFarms entered 2020 with plans to open a 250,000-square-foot greenhouse in Snyder County, Pennsylvania –... READ MORE »
