November 20, 2008
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Don't look for repeat of 1980s ag crisis
Although the mood within agriculture has swung from optimism to uncertainty in a matter of months, don’t look for a repeat of the financial crisis that farmers endured during the 1980s. Read More
Food safety fears continue to rise, says Ohio survey
Although Ohioans say they continue to feel positive about farming's contribution to their overall quality of life, anxiety about food safety continues to grow. Read More.
Sustainability plays role in growers’ organic transition
Washington state’s certified organic producers say that economic factors are the main reason they farm organically. But most of those responding to a Washington State University survey say they believe their farms contribute more to environmental and social sustainability goals than to economic goals, according to a university news release. Read More
Narrow-width orchard tractors
New Holland Agriculture of New Holland, Pa., has introduced the T4000F series of narrow-width orchard tractors. The units come as narrow as 58.74 inches with 380/70R20 tires. Read More
Proposed EPA rules would impact fumigation
A proposal by the Environmental Protection Agency to strengthen safety measures surrounding soil fumigant use could have devasting effects on growers of strawberries and other crops near urban areas.Read More.
Florida strawberry growers dodge freeze
Florida strawberry growers survived a second night of colder than normal temperatures. Temperatures during the early morning hours of Nov. 20 fell into the mid-30s but not enough to freeze the young berries. Read More.
