COVID-19
Continuing produce sales with COVID-19
Demand for fresh local produce and other farm products is on the increase. Currently, for growers that sell directly to the public, COVID-19 presents some challenges to meet that demand. Farmers' markets in Delaware are... more »
Virus education materials in indigenous languages, dialects and Spanish
Gene McAvoy of University of Florida Cooperative Extension shared this reference that you might find useful. These resources were gathered by the Rural Women’s Health Project, with thanks to Evelyn Moraga in Guatemala, Dr. Laura... more »
Mid-Atlantic Commercial Vegetable Production Recommendations ready
This year, the Mid-Atlantic Commercial Vegetable Production Recomendations' publication was transitioned into a biannual publication and therefore will only be updated in its entirety every other year. In “off” years, critical updates will be provided... more »
UC Davis Student Farm keeps working to feed the community
A half dozen people wear orange plastic gloves and keep their distance from each other as they harvest lettuce, kale, beets and other crops at the UC Davis Student Farm. Their bounty will help feed... more »
Herbruck’s Poultry Farm in Michigan donates masks during pandemic
Herbruck's Poultry Ranch Inc. of Saranac, Michigan, is donating masks during the coronavirus pandemic. The company made the following posting on its Facebook page. "Our front-line medical workers are putting their lives on the line... more »
Texas governor enacts stay-at-home order; agriculture essential
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has issued an essential services order. The order would require anyone who is not considered an essential critical infrastructure worker to stay home. The order will limit everyone who lives or works... more »
Report: Pandemic impact hits agriculture, including specialty crops
COVID-19 has brought the U.S. economy to a screeching halt, ushering in a recession in the process. For most businesses, the sudden stop to the economy is more jolting than the financial crisis of 2008... more »
‘Update for Ag Employers on New Paid-Leave and Stimulus Provisions’ new NCAE webinar
The National Council of Agricultural Employers has scheduled the next installment of its educational webinar series, “Families First Coronavirus Response Act and CARES Act: Update for Ag Employers on New Paid-Leave and Stimulus Provisions.” “Agricultural... more »
Stay-at-home order in Florida exempts ‘essential’ agriculture services
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on April 1 issued a stay-at-home order for the entire state as it grapples with a rapidly spreading coronavirus outbreak. The order goes into effect April 2 at midnight and will... more »
United Fresh Produce Association shares resources regarding coronavirus
In these unprecedented times, United Fresh Produce Association has created this resource to help the fresh produce industry and supply chain partners address commonly asked questions, and resources that can help keep you and your... more »
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