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  • The 2023 Plant Hardiness Zone Map is now available as a source of information that gardeners, growers and researchers alike can use.
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    Courtesy of Oregon State University
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    USDA’s first new plant zone map since 2012 shows warmer temperatures

    The latest version of the Plant Hardiness Zone Map is more detailed and draws from more recent data reflecting that half of the country shifted to warmer zones.

  • Horizon Organic, Danone
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    Retrieved from Danone.
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    Danone’s Horizon Organic suspends use of milk from Texas farm at center of PETA report

    The animal rights group released images showing animal suffering and deaths at the operation near Dallas. It urged the USDA to open an investigation.

  • Pork processing
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    Maksymenko Nataliia via Getty Images
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    USDA to update industry on pork line speed trial ahead of looming deadline

    The food inspection agency is facing pressure to create a more permanent solution or file an extension.

  • Breeder and geneticist Marcio Resende
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    Retrieved from University of Florida on November 16, 2023
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    An AI taste ‘connoisseur’ could be the future of crop breeding

    Researchers at the University of Florida are using artificial intelligence to determine which chemical compounds produce the best fruit flavors based on consumer preferences.

  • A sign on a drinks case door that reads "We accept SNAP/EBT."
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    Catherine Douglas Moran/Agriculture Dive
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    Farm bill extension continues prohibition on EBT processing fees for SNAP purchases

    The National Grocers Association praised the continued pause on the fees even as it advocates for a permanent end to them.

  • Silhouettes of ranchers are seen on the horizon
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    Lisa Maree Williams via Getty Images
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    Opinion

    Devising a just transition for sustainable livestock agriculture

    As national leaders and industry stakeholders prepare to convene on climate change at COP28, frameworks to ensure neither farmers nor ranchers are left behind should be top of mind.

  • Benson Hill soybeans
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    Courtesy of Benson Hill
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    Nutrien acquires soybean breeder as demand for biofuels intensifies

    The deal will expand the company’s line of row crop products sold throughout the South as burgeoning renewable energy markets take shape.

  • perdue snacks chix mix
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    Courtesy of Perdue Farms
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    Perdue drives awareness of antibiotic-free claim with first snack product

    Chix Mix is its latest salvo in the messaging war against competitor Tyson, which announced it would remove the label from its poultry products this year.

  • President Joe Biden signs a bill into law.
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    Chip Somodevilla via Getty Images
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    Biden signs funding package to avert shutdown, extend farm bill

    Farm groups say that lawmakers will still need to work quickly as they are "running out of time" to write the long-awaited agriculture spending bill.

  • A CR11 combine manufactured by CNH Industries works the field.
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    Courtesy of CNH Industries
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    CNH Industrial begins job cuts as weak market factors loom

    The agricultural machinery company is trimming workforce costs after a “disappointing quarter” affected by low demand for tractors and combines, the CEO said.

  • A fertilizer manufacturing facility is seen
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    Courtesy of Nutrien
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    Nutrien partners with agtech startup on a more sustainable fertilizer

    CoteX and the manufacturing giant will explore market opportunities for a controlled-release nitrogen fertilizer that minimizes environmental impact, yet is suitable for large acreage crops.

  • Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is seen in a doorway with both thumbs up.
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    Anna Moneymaker via Getty Images
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    Farm bill extension heads to Biden’s desk

    The Senate approved a stopgap funding measure that averts a partial government shutdown and funds the USDA through Jan. 19.

  • Thanksgiving spread
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    Courtesy of Aldi
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    Lower turkey costs drive down price of Thanksgiving dinner

    The American Farm Bureau Federation said while the average cost declined 4.5% from last year’s record, high supply costs and inflation continue to weigh on food prices.

  • Purple and white half-pint cartons of milk in a cooler with ice.
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    "Milk Cartons" by Eric Chan is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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    Schumer calls for USDA investigation into nationwide milk carton shortage

    The New York senator is calling for help “to find packaging alternatives” and resolve the issue. Dairies point to Pactiv Evergreen as the source of the supply chain snarl, although no origin point has been positively confirmed.

  • Agco, headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, is focusing more on precision agriculture and margin-rich opportunities.
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    Courtesy of Agco Corp
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    Agco launches venture fund to expand precision agricultural capabilities

    The machinery giant also announced the acquisition of additional software assets, which add to a pending joint venture agreement with tech company Trimble.

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    Permission granted by Locus AG
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    Deep Dive

    The food industry is all in on regenerative agriculture. Can farmers be convinced?

    Companies are racing to capitalize on a burgeoning industry focused on reducing emissions in agriculture. But first, they'll have to prove it's profitable to go green.

  • A JBS meatpacking plant in Greeley, Colorado.
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    Matthew Stockman/Getty via Getty Images
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    JBS delays plan for US listing after request for investor vote

    The world’s largest meat company agreed to redo paperwork to comply with a shareholder request as it faces market challenges in North America.

  • A table set for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.
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    GMVozd via Getty Images
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    Shoppers aren’t changing their Thanksgiving plans, but are seeking more savings

    The cost of a holiday feast has come down from last year’s historic high, though prices for festive foods remains above pre-pandemic levels.

  • Tyson Foods is laying off workers at its processing plant in Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
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    Anna Moneymaker via Getty Images
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    Tyson leaving ‘no stone unturned’ in plans to cut costs, improve business

    The nation’s largest meat packer reported its third consecutive loss as it trudges through a period of margin compression driven by tighter supplies, lower pricing and soft demand.

  • Blurred people are seen in front of the office of U.S. Speaker Mike Johnson
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    Anna Moneymaker via Getty Images
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    Agriculture leaders agree to one-year farm bill extension

    Funding for critical agricultural programs would continue until September 2024 under House Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to avert a government shutdown.  

  • Fresh food in pallets in cold storage.
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    Baloncici via Getty Images
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    Tight cold storage supply gives food suppliers frostbite

    Construction is booming, but it may not be enough to meet rapidly rising demand for warehouse space.

  • Nitrogen products are processed at Nutrien's operations in Lima, Ohio.
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    Courtesy of Nutrien
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    Fertilizer companies optimistic for demand rebound as profit slumps continue

    CF Industries, Mosaic and Nutrien improved sales volumes during the third quarter, a bright spot for executives as low prices continue to muck up their earnings.

  • A farmer feeds chickens in an enclosed facility
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    Scott Olson via Getty Images
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    Koch Foods agrees to end ‘unfair’ exit fees for poultry farmers in DOJ settlement

    Penalties often costing tens of thousands of dollars were used to prevent chicken growers from working with competitors, according to the Justice Department. 

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    CFO Editorial Staff
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    Tyson to shutter 2 more processing plants as earnings woes mount

    Closures in Columbia, South Carolina, and Jacksonville, Florida, add to the growing number of cost cuts this year in response to unfavorable market conditions.

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    Opinion

    The fresh produce industry is more volatile than ever. Can tech help?

    Improved data and collaboration will be key to bringing fruits and vegetables supply chains into the 21st century.