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Industry Ag News 11/18

Agwired

Wade will be the staff lead for NASDA’s Plant Agriculture and Pesticide Regulations and Rural Development and Financial Security Committees. Beck’s , the largest family-owned retail seed company in the United States, is excited to announce the groundbreaking of its new soybean processing facility in New Madrid, Missouri.

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Farm Bill Coalition Letter

NASDA

We write to express our gratitude for your efforts to advance the 2024 farm bill within your jurisdictions and to seek your continued support for passing this critical legislation before the end of the year. If Congress does not come together this year to enact a bipartisan farm bill, the legislative process will begin anew in the 119th Congress.

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Path to a New Farm Bill: Sustainable and Organic Research 

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

In addition to increasing farm productivity, public agricultural R&D investment also supports improvements in natural resources and forestry management, helps advance rural development, and enhances food safety and quality. This problem has grown over the past several decades.

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Industry Ag News 7/28

Agwired

Curious Plot announced that it has selected AFT as its 2023 Seed to Succeed recipient and will provide up to $75,000 of pro bono strategic marketing communication support to AFT to help advance its goal and mission. Verdesian Life Sciences announced Clare Doyle as its new Chief Executive Officer. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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Precision Ag News 4/25

Agwired

Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have been named 2023 Fellows by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The ASTA Leadership Summit , held this June 15-19 in Nashville, provides a crucial opportunity for mid- to senior-level seed company leadership. Two scientists with the U.S.

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Microgreens: Tiny Crops, Big Profits – A Nutritional Powerhouse for Farmers and Winter Menus

ATTRA

Microgreens are young vegetables harvested just after the cotyledon leaves have developed, typically seven and 21 days. In contrast, sprouts are germinated seeds harvested much earlier, usually within two to seven days. They typically include seeds, a growing medium, and a tray, along with instructions.

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Coalition letter of support for USDA Agricultural Research Service funding

NASDA

As your committees consider Appropriations for the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies for FY2026, we respectfully request $1.877 billion for ARS salaries and expenses, which represents a five percent increase over the FY2025 level. agriculture.