Two prominent agricultural officials shared their optimism for the future of the organic agriculture industry on December 5th, wrapping up OPN's Organic Grower Summit with encouraging remarks for the nearly 600 attendees. USDA Under Secretary Jenny Lester Moffitt and Karen Ross, Secretary of the...
The strawberry market in Myanmar is experiencing a significant boost in production and demand, particularly in Shan State's Taunggyi region. The abundance of strawberries being harvested has led to a surge in orders from various areas such as Dawei, Hpa-an, and Myawady. As a...
After three years without confirmed detections, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have officially declared the northern giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) eradicated from Washington and the United States. This significant achievement was the result of...
The House recently rejected a stopgap spending bill that would have included a debt limit increase demanded by President-elect Donald Trump, as well as economic assistance for farmers. The bill failed to pass with a vote of 174-235, as some Republicans joined Democrats in...
The U.S. fresh pear industry is currently facing a historic downturn, as outlined in the recently published Fresh Apples, Grapes, and Pears: World Markets and Trade Report by the USDA. The 2024/25 season is forecasted to see a significant drop in production and exports,...
Summerfruit Australia Announces Search for New CEO
Summerfruit Australia, the leading industry body representing the summerfruit growers in Australia, has announced the commencement of the search for a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This strategic move is aimed at positioning the summerfruit industry to be...
