USDA seeks nominees for the Hazelnut Marketing Board

Eligible nominees must be engaged in a proprietary capacity in the production of hazelnuts for market. The appointed members will serve two-year terms.

March 06 , 2024

Spain issues Hep A alert over imported strawberries

This is the second notice issued by Spain this year for Moroccan strawberries.

March 06 , 2024

Pomelo Diplomacy: How a favorite Thai fruit advanced U.S. trade ties

APHIS Senior Foreign Service Officer Marc Gilkey addresses how, through the pomelo, the quintessential Thai fruit, the U.S. and Thailand recently celebrated almost two centuries of collaboration.

March 06 , 2024

South African grapes near season's end with strong export volume

Volume to date is up 18% year-on-year. In all, South Africa expects to export 75.8 million cartons this season.

March 06 , 2024

Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared in South Australia

The Queensland fruit fly (Bactrocera tryoni), is considered one of the most serious pests for fruits and vegetables in Australia.

March 06 , 2024

Work begins on new ag research facility in Georgia

The facility will house the Southeast Watershed Research Laboratory and the Crop Genetics and Breeding Research Unit to promote multiple avenues of agriculture-related research.

March 06 , 2024

Oregon cherry farmers get relief after one of worst growing seasons on record

Oregon cherry growers suffered severe financial setbacks in 2023. Now growers in nine counties can apply for relief.

March 06 , 2024

Pear Bureau Northwest starts nationwide CEO search after planned departure of Kevin Moffitt

Pear Bureau Northwest has initiated a nationwide search for replace Kevin D. Moffitt, who will be stepping down after 35 years with the organization.

March 05 , 2024

Webinar: The Power of Partnerships to End Hunger and Create Better Health for All

Brighter Bite’s Co-Founder, Shreela Sharma, will join others from the White House Domestic Policy Council to spotlight partnerships to end hunger and advance healthy communities.

March 05 , 2024

Agronometrics Shorts: California strawberry acreage at multi-year highs - Rabobank

The North America Agribusiness Review published by RaboResearch provides insights into the U.S. strawberry and blueberry markets, revealing significant trends and price movements.

March 05 , 2024