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    Confection companies may pass higher cocoa costs on to consumers for Valentine’s Day

    The price increase comes after cocoa futures doubled in late 2024, putting pressure on food makers already paying more for the commodity.

    By Chris Casey • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Post Holdings to buy potato company for undisclosed amount

    The purchase of Potato Products of Idaho complements the CPG company’s existing presence in spuds through foodservice and branded items such as Bob Evans sides and Simply Potatoes.

    By Christopher Doering • Jan. 6, 2025
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    US wins trade dispute against Mexico over genetically modified corn ban

    A dispute panel found the prohibition on biotech corn was not grounded in science and undermined an important economic market for farmers in the United States.

    By • Jan. 6, 2025
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    Agtech seedlings: Florida farmers team with startup Ohalo to breed a disease-resistant strawberry

    Also in this week's farm technology news: Deere highlights tech investments in U.S. manufacturing, and CNH announces leadership changes.

    By • Jan. 3, 2025
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    Retrieved from Canal de Panamá on December 18, 2024
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    Ocean carriers plan Panama Canal surcharges

    MSC and CMA CGM will implement fees for cargo traveling through the major waterway on certain trade lanes to offset increased costs.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 3, 2025
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    Q&A

    Food’s guide to shrinking the climate crisis: Q&A with Mark Easter

    The researcher at Colorado State University examines the environmental impact of the U.S. food system, one crop at a time.

    By David Silverberg • Jan. 2, 2025
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    Inside the race to save Florida’s oranges

    The state’s citrus industry is expecting one of its lowest production levels on record after recent hurricanes. But promising new science to address a devastating tree disease is giving growers hope.

    By Leah Borts-Kuperman • Jan. 2, 2025
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    Farm bill extended in last minute funding deal: What to know

    The final agreement is set to provide farmers with $10 billion in one-time economic payments to offset income losses.

    By • Dec. 21, 2024
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    Agtech seedlings: Plenty closes flagship indoor lettuce farm in California

    Also in this week's farm technology news: Growers Edge acquires fintech to help lenders better assess climate risks on farms, and Sound Agriculture raises $25 million for sustainable fertilizer solutions.

    By • Dec. 20, 2024
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    Will there be another East Coast port strike in January? Experts weigh in.

    Industry observers have differing views on the likelihood of a strike, which would add to the logistics hurdles shippers are already facing.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 20, 2024
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    USDA allocates $165M to protect livestock from New World screwworm

    The U.S. paused cattle imports from Mexico as the flesh-eating insect that has ravaged livestock in South America moves north.

    By • Dec. 19, 2024
  • U.S. Forest Service firefighters battle the Angeles Crest Station Fire.
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    US Forest Service to launch national apprenticeship program

    The new initiative with Institute for Workplace Skills & Innovation America is intended to address workforce gaps and create career paths for diverse communities.

    By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 19, 2024
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    Another farm bill extension is inevitable. But can farmers still get economic relief?

    House Republicans proposed $10 billion in one-time payments to offset financial losses in the agricultural sector.

    By • Updated Dec. 18, 2024
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    Dole pushes back at plan for landfill near Hawai’i pineapple plantation

    The produce giant said it was worried the proposal could impact farming operations in the state.

    By • Dec. 17, 2024
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    Jackfruit rises in popularity as plant-based meat alternative

    The hefty, meaty fruit native to South Asia is gaining traction among consumers and CPGs. 

    By Jesse Klein • Dec. 17, 2024
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    7 ways pesticide regulation changed in 2024

    Herbicide bans and new application restrictions aimed at protecting farmworkers and the environment have also made it more difficult for farmers to manage crops.

    By • Dec. 16, 2024
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    Agtech seedlings: First US egg producer adopts technology to avoid killing male chicks

    Also in this week's farm technology news: Gene-edited salmon company AquaBounty shuts down, and Syngenta's partnership with Enko reaches a milestone in discovering sustainable weed control.

    By • Dec. 13, 2024
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    AgroLiquid acquires Monty’s Plant Food to expand sustainable crop nutrition

    The deal allows the liquid fertilizer company to move into soil health markets.

    By • Dec. 13, 2024
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    Opinion

    Where is the food tech sector headed? Cocoa and coffee alternatives provide a clue

    As alternatives to commodities gain traction, companies can create opportunities for investment in both alternative and incumbent solutions, the head of climate tech at J.P. Morgan writes.

    By Kelly Belcher • Dec. 12, 2024
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    Farm conservation funding hit a record high in 2024. A majority of farmers still got nothing.

    Close to two-thirds of applicants for the USDA’s flagship climate programs were rejected despite increased investment from the Inflation Reduction Act.

    By • Dec. 11, 2024
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    Here are the farm expenses that increased the most in 2024

    While prices of feed, fertilizer and pesticides are expected to decline, farmers are forecast to spend more on labor and taxes.

    By • Dec. 11, 2024
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    Campbell’s launches regenerative agriculture pilot for potatoes with grocer Ahold Delhaize

    The Stop & Shop owner has worked with some of the largest food companies to transform supply chains for well-known brands.

    By • Dec. 10, 2024
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    Truck shortages hit potato and onion markets in western US

    The shortfall comes as the trucking industry rightsizes capacity in the face of lower demand.

    By David Taube • Dec. 10, 2024
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    USDA must do more to regulate genetically modified crops, judge rules

    A federal court overturned a 2020 rule that looked to accelerate innovation by allowing manufacturers to sidestep regulatory reviews.

    By • Dec. 9, 2024
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    Mondelēz VC arm invests in cocoa-tech company Celleste Bio

    The Cadbury and Toblerone maker was among the investors who participated in a $4.5 million financing round for the developer of cell-cultured cocoa.

    By Christopher Doering • Dec. 9, 2024