American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) President and CEO Andrew LaVigne joined more than 60 young farmers, policymakers and industry thought-leaders from across the nation for the FarmNext Summit in Washington,…
Another Challenging Year for Cotton Industry
…cotton fiber, leading to a reduction in world trade and drastic reductions of imports from the United States. As a result, NCC estimates 2015 U.S exports at 9.5 million bales,…
Malaysian Fruit Fly Quarantine in Portion of Los Angeles County
…larvae. The Malaysian fruit fly is yet another example of invasive species moved by increased international trade and travel. This is the first quarantine in the continental United States of…
Analysts Outline Changing Situation in Wine Business
…feet of trade show floor. This year marked the 22nd symposium, which is sponsored by the American Society for Enology and Viticulture and the California Association of Winegrape Growers. CAWG…
Seed Industry Working to Protect Butterfly Population
…help the Monarch butterfly population. American Seed Trade Association’s Vice President of Government Affairs, Jane DeMarchi, says a key ingredient in the mix is milkweed. Due to the efficiencies of…
TPP Agreement Formally Signed
The next step in the journey of the Trans Pacific Partnership trade deal was reached with signing of the agreement by member nations Wednesday. TPP Formally Signed Putting pen to…
HM. Clause, Limagrain, Acquire California-based Genica Research Corp.
HM.CLAUSE, via its parent company, Limagrain (through its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary Vilmorin USA Corp.), has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Genica Research Corporation (USA). Genica is headquartered in…
Positions on Beef Promotion Operating Committee
…of State Beef Councils during the 2016 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in San Diego, Calif., last week. Elected vice chairman of the Federation was Jerry Effertz, a…
Evolution of Plant Breeding at ASTA Conference
American Seed Trade Association President and CEO Andy LaVigne talks with AgNet Media’s Sabrina Hill about the evolution of plant breeding at their 55th annual Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference…
Syngenta, ChemChina Deal Looks Imminent
…discussions between our two companies have been friendly, constructive and co-operative, and we are delighted that this collaboration has led to the agreement announced today. We will continue to work…
Agri View: Pecan Crop
…Even as Chinese demand continues to expand, US growers are working hard to introduce the pecan to new markets. “We’re really looking at trade barriers dropping in places, not just…
Farm Bureau Approves Strategic Action Plan for 2016
…with congressional approval of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement. “We will continue to work hard to protect the business of American agriculture on all fronts. This plan is an important roadmap…
Kern County Ag Community Promoting Spray Safe Effort
…who have an interest in ensuring pesticide spraying safety are holding their tenth annual SpraySafe event on February 5, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Kern County…
2016 Cattle Industry Convention Draws Strong Crowd
The 2016 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show wrapped up Sat., Jan 30, 2016, with the NCBA board of directors meeting. More than 6,700 attended this year’s convention to…