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USDA to release agricultural projections on Nov. 7
The USDA will release selected tables from its “USDA Agricultural Projections to 2034” report.
Wave petunias celebrates 30 years with new initiatives, collaborations in 2025
Wave petunias will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2025 and plans to commemorate its milestone with events, product launches.
Court to hear lawsuit against Labor Department’s Rule
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky will hold a hearing regarding a lawsuit filed by the National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) and several agricultural associations.
Soil management tips for Hurricane-impacted North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) recently issued a press release detailing information on the reported impacts and guidelines for soil and crop management from Hurricane Helene
Sustainabloom releases new sustainability guides for floriculture
Sustainabloom, a resource for sustainability in the floriculture industry, has launched four new industry guides aimed at assisting businesses on their sustainability journeys.
MSU forms new partnership to bridge research and business
Michigan State University AgBioResearch and three MSU colleges have announced a new partnership aimed at helping scientists turn research into practical solutions for businesses and government.
Hurricane recovery efforts expand to include mental health support
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton across the southeastern U.S., AgriSafe is offering free FarmResponse training to professionals providing counseling services to agricultural communities affected by the storms.
Sollum Technologies partners with Roelands Plant Farms
Sollum Technologies has announced a partnership with Roelands Plant Farms to retrofit its high-pressure sodium (HPS) fixtures with advanced dynamic LED grow lights.
Beekenkamp, Dümmen Orange pursue closer partnership
Beekenkamp Group and Dümmen Orange are in discussions to enhance a partnership in marketing, research and development and production.
Westerlay launches new orchid line
Westerlay Orchids has unveiled its latest offering, the Sunstone orchid, designed to capture the beauty of sunrises and sunsets.
USDA announces $233M in Hurricane Helene aid
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced over $233 million in indemnity payments for farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene through its Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index (HIP-WI) program.
2024 GLASE Summit will be in Canada
Registration is now open for this year’s GLASE Summit, an annual in-person conference, held in Montréal.The 2024 GLASE Summit will be held in Montréal on Nov. 6. There are less than 30 seats available, so secure a spot now if you plan to attend.
Grower, retailer partnership supports breast cancer resource centers with orchid sales
Westerlay Orchids and Albertsons have partnered again this October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For every Pink Gemstone orchid sold at Albertsons, $2 will be donated to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Seattle division and The Stanford Cancer Research Fund.
