Citrus Greening Treatment Approaches Commercialization
Silvec Biologics, a Maryland-based agricultural technology company, developed an RNA-based product to combat citrus greening in collaboration with U.S. Sugar, the University of Florida, and Texas A&M AgriLife Research.
New York Concord Grape Vineyards Suffer Massive Loss
With over 40% of the Concord grapes destroyed by a severe frost/freeze in April, New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard Ball announced a crop loss determination to assist grape farmers.
July Milk Production Falls Slightly
The USDA reports milk production in the 24 largest states experienced a modest decline year-over-year.
How the Canadian Rail Stoppage Could Impact Ag
A shutdown of the Canadian freight railway feels inevitable as the Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City unions have made no progress in labor negotiations.
U.S. Apple Association Reports Strong Crop for 2024-2025
A new report released by the U.S. Apple Association (USApple) projected a crop size of nearly 260 million bushels for 2024-2025.
CARB Proposes Cap on Renewable Diesel
The California Air Resources Board is proposing to cap the amount of renewable diesel made from soybean or canola oil that qualifies for the state's Low Carbon Fuel Standard.
Live Cattle Data Dashboard Tool Launched
The USDA's Agriculture Marketing Service (AMS) has rolled out the Livestock Mandatory Reporting (LMR) Live Cattle Reporting Dashboard tool.
Crop Progress Report Indicates 5% of Corn is Fully Mature While Winter Wheat Crosses Finish Line
The USDA crop progress report for the week ending August 18 showed that corn and soybean quality remained relatively unchanged.…
Grape Growers Facing Glut of Uncontracted Grapes
The wine industry in California is facing significant challenges. Declining wine demand, increased imports, and economic pressures have led to a surplus of unsold grapes.
How Will the Annual Bird Migration Affect Dairy Herds?
Dairy farms are urged to implement biosecurity plans to prevent the spread of bird flu in dairy cattle as the wild bird migration approaches.