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FDA, EPA Announce First Registered Pre-Harvest Agricultural Water Treatment

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A collaborative effort between government, academia, and industry has led to the successful registration of the first antimicrobial treatment for pre-harvest agricultural water, advancing food safety practices.

Vanguard Commercial Engine To Power Select Miller Welding Units

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Milwaukee, WI -- Briggs & Stratton is collaborating with Miller Electric Mfg. to supply Vanguard Commercial Engines for select Miller engine-driven welding equipment, including the Bobcat™ 230 and Bobcat™ 265 models.

Farmers Got It Done! New Water Agreement In Idaho Officially Completed

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Boise, Idaho – Idaho Governor Brad Little, Lt. Governor Scott Bedke, and farmers across Idaho are celebrating the final completion of a new water agreement that protects Idaho agriculture, conserves water for future generations, and safeguards state sover

Jackson Laux Takes The Wheel As New Chief Tractor Kid

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John Deere has a new “Chief Tractor Kid.” Details are below but to get a real feel for Jackson Laux, you need to watch the video attached here.

Chairwoman Stabenow Introduces Rural Prosperity And Food Security Act

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Washington – U.S. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) Monday introduced the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act. The bill includes $39 billion in new resources to keep farmers farming, families fed, a

PTx Trimble Announces Next Generation Of Landforming Solutions With WM-FieldForm

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Westminster, Colo. - PTx Trimble, formed earlier this year by AGCO and Trimble, introduced WM-FieldForm, its next-generation water solution for complex landforming, grading, leveling and terracing projects. The system is designed to help farmers control w

National Potato Council Statement On USDA Economic Relief Plan For Specialty Crops

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Washington – The National Potato Council (NPC) welcomed USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack’s announcement of a new Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops initiative, which, according to a USDA press release, will “provide $2 billion to assist specialty crop gro

USDA Announces More Than $2 Billion To Strengthen Specialty Crops Sector, Expand Crop Storage For Producers Following 2024 Natural Disasters

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Washington – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the creation of new programs that will help farmers who grow fruits, vegetables, and nuts overcome market barriers for their products, and help producers access necessary pre-market storage for thei

Bayer, Orbia Netafim Expand Collaboration To Advance Digital Farming Technology

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Monheim, Germany/Tel Aviv, Israel – Orbia’s Precision Agriculture business Netafim and Bayer announced an expansion of their strategic collaboration, starting with new digital farming solutions for fruit and vegetable growers.

BASF Introduces Endura PRO Fungicide To Deliver Enhanced Yield Performance Exclusively For Potato Growers

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Research Triangle Park, NC – BASF Agricultural Solutions is introducing Endura PRO fungicide, the newest broad-spectrum fungicide innovation for potato growers.

Potato Growers To Flock To Florida For Potato Expo 2025 Networking Opportunities

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Washington, D.C. – Fresh off the largest Potato Expo in history, U.S. and international supply chain partners are poised to relocate to sunny Orlando, Florida, for the premier networking opportunity for the potato industry.

CNH Brands Case IH, STEYR Win EIMA 2025 Tractor Of The Year Awards

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Basildon - Tractors from iconic agriculture brands Case IH and STEYR have been honored with 2025 EIMA Tractor of the Year awards. This contest is a prestigious fixture for exhibitors at the International Exhibition of Agricultural and Gardening Machinery

Montero Joins OTR As VP Of OEM Sales For Agriculture, Lawn & Garden Business Segments

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Rome, Ga. – Eduardo Montero has been named VP of OEM Sales for the agricultural and lawn & garden segments of OTR Engineered Solutions (OTR). He offers vast industry experience, which he will leverage to help support and grow OTR’s OEM business within the

Brandt Generation B U-Trough Auger Delivers The Reliability Farmers Want

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Farmers can prepare for the next level in bin unloading with a new equipment option: an auger designed specifically for their needs. The new generation Brandt 1345B U-Trough Auger was designed in response to customer feedback to deliver industry-leading p

Biden-Harris Administration Invests Up To $400 Million To Address Drought, Conserve Water Through Production Of Water-Saving Commodities

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Washington – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest $400 million with at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production while also conserving water across the West.

NAPSO Launches Comprehensive Safety Resources Section To Promote Workplace Safety In Potato Storage Facilities

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The North America Potato Storage Organization (NAPSO) has officially launched a comprehensive Safety Resources section on its website, offering valuable tools and information to support the safety of workers and the efficient operation of potato storage f