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Nutrien Ag Solutions pledges $850K to support FFA

November 3

Nutrien Ag Solutions has committed $850,000 to the National FFA Organization through a three-year investment from 2024 to 2026. The annual contribution of $282,500 will fund competitive events for FFA members, professional development for advisors,... more »

De Ruiter showcases tomato innovations at Canadian Greenhouse Conference

November 1

At this year’s Canadian Greenhouse Conference, De Ruiter presented new disease-resistant tomato varieties and digital tools for growers in protected agriculture. The brand highlighted advancements in seeds resistant to Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV),... more »

CDFA seeks new Nursery Advisory Board members

October 31

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced two vacancies on its Nursery Advisory Board. The Nursery Advisory Board, consisting of 12 voting members, advises the CDFA's Nursery Services Program on matters related... more »

USDA ARS holds workshop on PFAS solutions for agriculture

October 31

The USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) announced outcomes from a recent workshop addressing the challenges posed by Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in agricultural soils and waters. PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” have been increasingly... more »

Dramm hosts USDA deputy secretary, showcases fertilizer expansion

October 31

The Dramm Corp. recently hosted USDA deputy secretary Xochitl Torres Small and other USDA officials for a facility tour. The family-owned company is the recipient of a $776,000 USDA Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP) grant,... more »

NGB awards Therapeutic Garden Grants

October 31

National Garden Bureau (NGB), along with program sponsors American Meadows, Ball Horticultural and Sakata Seed America are proud to announce the five therapeutic gardens receiving grants totaling more than $7,500. For more than a decade, National Garden Bureau has provided much-needed resources... more »