The latest news from the agricultural sector
2026-02-06
Putting Storytelling at the Heart of Food Sovereignty
Stories bring the experiences of farmers, fishers, and frontline communities alive, helping to drive food and agriculture systems transformation. Read more
2026-02-05
OzHarvest Is Turning Surplus into Solutions
“Some people probably think I’m completely mad. But I have set a goal that we need to end hunger because we’ve created it, so we can uncreate it.” Read more
2026-02-04
New Labels for Healthier Food Choices
What if food labels include a score to, help eaters choose the healthier option? Read more
2026-02-03
20 Books on Food Justice and Change
These winter reads invite reflection on food, farming, justice, and imagine what it takes to build better food systems. Read more
2026-02-02
A New Pilot to Streamline Conservation on Farms
USDA’s $700M regenerative pilot aims to boost soil health, but funding and staffing cuts raise questions about its ability to succeed. Read more
2026-01-31
Wildfires, Food Policy, and Global Hunger
From Tribal Nations shaping agriculture policy to Chile’s wildfires and hunger in Ethiopia, this roundup has the week’s essential food stories. Read more
2026-02-06
USDA Proposes Rule to Modify Handling Requirements for California and Imported Kiwifruit
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting comments on a proposed change to the handling requirements under the federal marketing order for kiwifruit grown in California. Read more
2026-02-02
USDA Seeks Nominees for the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee – Area 2 (San Luis Valley)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees for the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee – Area 2 (San Luis Valley) to fill seats for eight members and eight alternates for a... Read more
2026-02-02
USDA Seeks Nominees for the Idaho-Eastern Oregon Onion Committee
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees for the Idaho-Eastern Oregon Onion Committee to fill seats for five members and five alternates for a two-year term, beginning June 1,... Read more
2026-02-02
USDA Announces Appointments to the Mushroom Council
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of three members to serve on the Mushroom Council. These three appointees will serve three-year terms, effective immediately,... Read more
2026-02-02
USDA Announces Appointments to the United Soybean Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of forty-two members and four alternates to serve on the United Soybean Board. All forty-two members and four alternate... Read more