The Pacific Northwest Vegetable Association (PNVA) is offering up to $22,000 in scholarships with the scholarship being renewable for an additional year, pursuant to guidelines set by the PNVA board. This scholarship…
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The February Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 3 points to 116, driven by stronger views of current conditions. But future expectations slipped again, falling to its lowest level since September…
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USDA Global Agricultural Information Network (GAIN) has advised U.S. onion exporters against shipping to Panama until local supply decreases and Panama updates its import policy. On January 2, 2026, U.S….
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This weed emerges later in the summer, usually after onions have established (Photo 1). The seeds of this weed are contained in spiky burs (Photo 2). What is this weed?…
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National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) CEO Ted McKinney praised U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson for releasing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 in the…
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By Wouter Schoot Uiterkamp, SU-Tech As onion production systems continue to evolve worldwide, SU-Tech, a Dutch manufacturer of onion harvesting and loading equipment, is staying true to its roots in…
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By Marcelo Dimase, University of Idaho Thrips remain one of the most economically damaging insect pests of onion in the western United States, but growers face an increasingly complex challenge:…
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By Claire Murphy, Extension Specialist, Washington State University The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law in 2011 and was the most significant update to U.S. food safety…
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Farmer sentiment weakened sharply in January, as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell 23 points to 113. Producers reported worsening financial conditions compared to a year ago, with half indicating…
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees for the Idaho-Eastern Oregon Onion Committee to fill seats for five members and five alternates for a two-year term, beginning June…
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