Will Local Food Survive Trump’s USDA?
The agency had invested more than $1 billion in the two programs since 2020 and was queued up to spend another $1 billion. …
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Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) Celebrates Women’s History Month
Lori Taylor, founder and CEO of The Produce Moms, works tirelessly with the produce supply chain, media and government to enhance fresh produce access and consumption in the United States and globally. Through her advocacy, consumers and policymakers are educated on the importance of fresh produce in nutrition, sustainability and food access. …
Federal Specialty Crop Block Grant Funding Available for Promotion of Agricultural Products
Specialty crops include fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, horticulture, nursery crops and floriculture. Most of New Jersey agriculture falls under the specialty crop category. This USDA grant is for agricultural organizations that represent multiple producers. …
Two UF/IFAS-Bred Strawberries Better at Resisting Nasty Pest
Host plant resistance enables strawberry producers to use less chemical spray and other pest management tools. …
CEA Alliance Celebrates Bipartisan Introduction of House Tax Bill to Boost Indoor Farming and Specialty Crop Production
The bill has received support from more than 50 agricultural trade associations and organizations including the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, the International Fresh Produce Association, FMI – The Food Industry Association, Agricultural Retailers Association, and the CEA Alliance. …