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In a landmark move for the agricultural industry, Garford Farm Machinery and RootWave have announced a strategic partnership to co-develop cutting-edge weeding technology. The collaboration aims to integrate electrical weeding into precision-guided t

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) is heralded as one of the most potent wildlife protection laws globally, playing a crucial role in conserving species teetering on the brink of extinction. Since its inception in 1973, the ESA has tasked the U.S. Fish

Syngenta Group, a global leader in agricultural technology, has announced a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering innovation and promoting sustainability in agriculture. The company will now provide rights to selected genome-editing and breedi

As May has drawn to a close, the National Agricultural Law Center (NALC) has continued to provide invaluable research and insights into agricultural and food law, catering to stakeholders nationwide. The month of May 2024 saw the release of several n

In the ever-evolving world of agritech, start-ups like FA Bio and Agreena are not just surviving but thriving, despite the challenging fundraising environment. Since their initial pitch at the World Agri-Tech Summit, these companies have made signifi

The landscape of meat alternatives has seen significant developments in the first half of 2024, with state and federal actions shaping the future of this burgeoning industry. Meat alternatives, encompassing both plant-based products and cell-cultured

In a significant development for the agricultural sector, the Farm Bill proposal spearheaded by House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson has successfully navigated its initial markup discussion and gained bipartisan approval from t

In 2023, the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP) provided coverage for an impressive 539 million acres and 42 million head of cattle and swine, according to the Risk Management Agency (RMA). This extensive coverage underscores the critical role of

In a landmark move, the Colorado State Legislature has passed House Bill 1379, a pioneering state law aimed at regulating the discharge of dredge and fill activities in the state’s waters. This legislative action, taken on May 16, 2024, is a direct r

One of the most persistent and concerning origins of foodborne illness outbreaks in the United States stems from the use of contaminated water in agricultural practices. This contamination occurs when water used to irrigate crops contains harmful pat