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UK suspends tariffs on all raw almonds

The United Kingdom’s government announced it would suspend tariffs for at least two years on raw kernel and inshell almonds from all origins, including the U.S., beginning April 11, 2024. The Alm... more »

Meridian Growers notes stabilization in nut pricing this past week

Meridian Growers released its market update on March 26. In the update the company noted that the pistachio market remained steady, with no noticeable change. Falling prices continued in the almond... more »

Bird pests controlled through laser system

An autonomic laser bird control system helps reduce bird pests by providing non-lethal deterrence. Ensuring the safe distance of birds from critical areas is a crucial concern for businesses, inclu... more »

Honey bees at risk for colony collapse from longer, warmer fall seasons

The famous work ethic of honeybees might spell disaster for these busy crop pollinators as the climate warms, new research indicates. Flying shortens the lives of bees, and worker honey bees will f... more »

USDA seeks public input for statistical programs

The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will hold its biannual Data Users’ Meeting from 1:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. on April 16 CDT, at the University of Chicago – Gleacher Cent... more »

John Deere Foundation offers grant to ‘lift up’ next generation of ag leaders

A three year grant from the John Deere Foundation is designed to support future farmers. The $3.9 million grant goes to the National FFA Organization (FFA), an organization that prepares youth for le... more »

EFI celebrates National Farmworker Awareness Week

Equitable Food Initiative (EFI), the capacity-building and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, has released an updated communications too... more »