Farmer sentiment drifted downward in June as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer reading of 105 was 3 points lower than a month earlier. The overall decline in sentiment…
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While potato volume in foodservice remained relatively stable from 2022 to 2023, dollar sales are up $1.9 million due to inflation, according to a new report conducted annually on behalf…
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USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) awarded funding for 23 research proposals totaling nearly $1.2 million. Proposals address numerous potato diseases, insect pests, and post-harvest disorders of critical concern to potato-producing…
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Tong Engineering has introduced the new Stinger Hopper, specifically engineered to meet the demands of the U.S. and Canadian markets. This innovative new even flow hopper solution is designed to streamline…
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To mark its anniversary, JH Biotech, Inc. has announced the launch of the International Prevention Agriculture Institute (IPAI). This nonprofit organization aims to raise global awareness of land degradation, advocate for sustainable agricultural development,…
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39 U.S. states already ban Tik Tok on government devices and a wider ban could be coming. What about Chinese drones? Are they being used to spy on farms and…
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Campbell Tractor Co., a John Deere dealer since 1940, has partnered with Ecorobotix to introduce the ARA ultra-high precision sprayer to Idaho and Oregon. Campbell Tractor has six locations across these two…
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) invites offers to sell frozen potatoes pursuant to the AMSMaster Solicitation for use in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal food and…
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By Bill Schaefer Les Grigg has been traveling across the state of Idaho with a sheet of plywood with one-inch holes drilled in it in an effort to remind the…
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Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) recently opened the application period for the Resilient Food System Infrastructure (RFSI) Grant. This one-time grant program is funded by USDA and is designed…
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