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USTR Rejects Investigation of Mexico and New Zealand to Tax Cow Burps
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has rejected a formal investigation against Mexico for unfair trade practices involving fresh fruits and vegetables.
Ag News: 2021’s First Asian Giant Hornet In PNW
Entomologists from the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the USDA have confirmed the first 2021 report of an Asian giant hornet … this time in Snohomish County.
Ag News: Farmers to Families Hit 75-million Boxes
The USDA’s Farmers to Families Food Box Program has distributed more than 75 million food boxes in support of American farmers and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ag News: Americans Preparing More Food
Americans have already been devoting more time to food preparation, even before restaurants constricted operations and people were advised to stay at home.
Ag News: Tyson Invests in COVID-19
Tyson Foods invests roughly $60 million in bonuses to truck drivers and frontline workers who keep its food distribution running efficiently during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Ag News: Don’t Fear Fruits and Veggies, and USDA Still Open
Don’t let fear of the COVID-19 coronavirus keep you from eating fresh fruits and vegetables. That’s the message from Purdue University’s Department of Food Science.