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FDA unveils strategic plan for food safety
Highlighting the need for agency preparedness and stronger messaging to influence consumer dietary choices, the Food and Drug Administration has released a strategic plan for the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition Science and Research. ... Read More
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Lack of water could cost Texas Rio Grande Valley $395 million
Drought, whether political or natural, could cost the Texas Lower Rio Grande Valley nearly $400 million annually and 5,000 jobs. ... Read More
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Trials examine water cutbacks' effects on berry flavor
As California continues to grapple with drought conditions and irrigation cutbacks, what will that do to berry quality? ... Read More
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Fresh produce turns to ‘Meatballs’ for promotions
Several grower-packers have teamed with Sony Pictures Animation on a campaign that benefits a national hunger-relief charity and coincides with the filmmaker’s launch of “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2.” ... Read More
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Destructive fly continues to spread in Arkansas
The spotted wing drosophila fly continues to spread throughout Arkansas, concerning many fruit growers. ... Read More
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Passion for flavorful tomatoes runs deep
Tomatoes are one of those produce items that elicit passionate feelings among many consumers. ... Read More
Industry pushes for progress on farm bill, immigrationImmigration reform and the farm bill will share the spotlight in mid-June, with the House of Representatives poised to debate the farm bill and the Senate continuing debate on comprehensive immigration reform.
Fungi are the great decomposers of nature. University of Arizona researchers want to harness that attribute and use the fungi to manage wastes while yielding a high-value crop of gourmet mushrooms.
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3M Food Safety has introduced a new pathogen detection technology for salmonella.
United Phosphorus Inc., Kings of Prussia, Pa., has launched a new formulation of Devrinol DF-XT 50 DF that doesn't break down as quickly in ultraviolet light.
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation has awarded grants to two University of California researchers to find lower-risk methods to control pests in specialty crops.
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