The East Allen Township Board of Supervisors recently granted conditional use approval to BrightFarms for its ambitious 1.5 million-square-foot greenhouse project. This decision was made through a unanimous vote, with the exception of Supervisor Frank Kostecky who was absent during the decision-making process.
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Brooke Rollins: A Texas World-Changer
The state of Texas has a rich history of breeding world-changers, from Sam Houston to Sandra Day O’Connor. And now, another name rises out of the Lone Star State, Brooke Rollins, our future secretary of agriculture.
Brooke Rollins, a product of...
Mexico's table grape season has come to a close, providing an opportune moment to reflect on the current state of the industry. Freshfruitportal.com recently had the chance to speak with Sergio Lugo, the director of Mexico Table Grapes at the Sonora Table Grape Growers...
White House Requests $21 Billion in Disaster Aid for Farmers and Rural Communities Impacted by Natural Disasters
On Monday, the Biden administration formally requested $21 billion in disaster aid from Congress to support farmers and rural communities who have suffered crop and livestock losses due...
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As Congress reconvenes after the election of President-elect Donald Trump, the potential for an emergency relief package for farmers has become a focal point. With farmers struggling due to falling commodity prices, the...
In September, grocery prices experienced their largest jump since January, with a 0.4% increase driven by price hikes across various staple foods, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This significant rise, particularly in essential food categories, is a reminder of the challenges...
