The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-06-14
Sudan food emergency: Unpacking the scale of the disaster and the actions needed
More than 20 million face acute food insecurity. Read more
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2024-06-13
Reviving public extension for climate-resilient agriculture: Lessons and insights from India, Indonesia, and Nepal
Integrating reforms with global goals. Read more
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2024-06-07
Trade policy and food price volatility: Beggar thy neighbor or beggar thyself?
The downsides of emergency trade measures. Read more
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2024-06-06
World Food Safety Day 2024: Empowering consumers and small businesses with information
Targeting interventions to benefit public health. Read more
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2024-05-31
Responding to Malawi’s impending food crisis
Food imports can make up for shortages if quick action is taken. Read more
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2024-05-29
Transforming food systems for sustainable healthy diets: A global imperative
The 2024 Global Food Policy Report focuses on the pivotal role of nutrition. Read more
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2024-12-12
USDA Highlights Investment of $119 Million in Business Builder Grants for Small and Mid-Sized Farm and Food Businesses
Including $25 Million recently announced through the National Intertribal Food Business Center Read more
2024-12-10
USDA Announces Referendum Procedures and Dates to Vote on Establishing a Natural Grass Sod Promotion, Research, and Information Order
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a proposed rule for a Natural Grass Sod Research and Promotion Order to establish an industry-funded promotion, research, and information... Read more
2024-12-10
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in Texas, Florida, New Jersey and Oregon from Operating in the Produce Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on five produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay... Read more
2024-12-10
USDA Announces Availability of $1.13 Billion for Local Food Programs
Funding will support states, territories, and Tribes in purchasing and distributing wholesome, locally produced food for food banks, schools, and child care facilities Read more
2024-12-10
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in California, Georgia, New Jersey and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on five produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay... Read more