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MPIC & PGMI position open
Applications are being accepted until June 8 by the Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC) and the Potato Growers of Michigan, Inc., for the posit... READ MORE »
Growers approve referendum to continue MPIC
Michigan potato growers approved a referendum to continue the Michigan Potato Industry Commission.
Twenty-three valid ballots were cast in the r... READ MORE »
FMC announces new insecticide
FMC Corp. has introduced Triple Crown insecticide for protection against aphids, stinkbugs and other pests. Triple Crown provides growers with three m... READ MORE »
USPB seeking new board members
Nominations are now open for new members for the United States Potato Board (USPB) for the 2013-2016 term. Twelve members will be elected to fill the ... READ MORE »
Farm Bill hearings scheduled
House Agriculture Committee Chairman Frank Lucas (R-Okla.) has announced the Washington, D.C. hearing schedule for the 2012 Farm Bill.Of particular no... READ MORE »
Referendum on MPIC this month
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is conducting a referendum among Michigan potato growers on continuation of the M... READ MORE »
Produce supply chain participants asked to complete survey
The Produce Traceability Initiative (PTI) is asking businesses involved in the produce supply chain to complete a short online survey by April 5.
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FMC contest offers $25,000 in scholarships
The FMC Corporation is sponsoring a "Stand and Be Heard Anthem Singing Contest," an opportunity for students in agriculture to showcase their patrioti... READ MORE »
Korea FTA implemented
Potato industry leaders are projecting that the recently finalized Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement (KORUS-FTA) will be a boon to U.S. potato exports.... READ MORE »
Staunton elected 2012-13 USPB chairman
Sid Staunton, of Tulelake, Calif., was elected 2012-13 U.S. Potato Board chairman during the USPB's annual meeting at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado ... READ MORE »
