Agriculture
Watermelon Category Surges with $3.2 Billion in Sales as New Households Drive Growth
The National Watermelon Promotion Board's new research reveals watermelon has reached 75% of U.S. households with $782 million in incremental purchases, providing retailers with strategic insights for omni-channel growth.
Burcon Nutrascience Achieves Key Commercial Milestones with Plant Protein Production and Secures Growth Financing
Burcon Nutrascience Corporation advances commercialization of its plant proteins with first commercial production and sales, while securing $4 million in financing to support growth toward profitability.
Miralon Expands Palm Springs 'Agrihood' with New Residential Neighborhoods
Miralon's expansion with 228 new homes by PLC Communities and 25 homes by Woodbridge Pacific Group demonstrates the growing demand for sustainable, amenity-rich communities in Palm Springs that blend Modern architecture with agricultural elements.
Envirotech Vehicles Expands to European Market Through Agricultural Drone Partnership in Tuscany
Envirotech Vehicles has signed a Letter of Intent with Studio di Agronomia Baffetti to deploy heavy-lift agricultural drones across Tuscany, marking the company's first commercial drone entry into Europe and advancing sustainable farming practices in premium agricultural markets.
Virginia Tech Quarterback Kyron Drones Credits Real Dairy Milk for Athletic Performance in Milk's Got Game Campaign
Virginia Tech quarterback Kyron Drones and his mother Olinka highlight how real dairy milk fuels athletic excellence through nutritional benefits and family support in The Dairy Alliance's Milk's Got Game campaign.
Go Fund Yourself Returns for Season 4, Spotlighting Critical Minerals and Agricultural Innovation
The entrepreneurial series Go Fund Yourself returns for its fourth season, featuring Patriot Critical Minerals and Opti-Harvest, highlighting how the show connects startups addressing national security and sustainability challenges with investors and strategic partners.
California Grapes Offer Versatile Solutions for Fall Entertaining
Fresh California grapes provide versatile, healthy ingredients for creating sophisticated fall dishes that simplify holiday hosting while delivering impressive flavor profiles.
Renaissance BioScience Recognized Among Canada's Top Food Technology Innovators
Renaissance BioScience has been selected as a winner in the inaugural Foodtech Frontier Award program for its innovative yeast-based solutions that address critical food industry challenges while offering environmental benefits.
North Carolina's Top High School Quarterback Highlights Dairy's Role in Athletic Performance
Faizon Brandon, North Carolina's #1 high school quarterback recruit, and his mother Rolanda share how real dairy milk supports his athletic performance and family bond through The Dairy Alliance's Milk's Got Game® campaign.
Arizona National Livestock Show Returns for 78th Year with Expanded Youth Programs and Agricultural Education
The 2025 Arizona National Livestock Show brings together agricultural producers from over 30 states for competitive events and educational programs that support the future of farming and ranching industries.
Global Cannabis Leaders Converge in Southernmost City for Landmark Cultural Event
Major cannabis industry figures from across the globe are gathering in Ushuaia, Argentina for a groundbreaking cultural event that signals the maturation and globalization of the cannabis movement.
Littleton Ranch Transforms from Breeding Facility to Rescue Resource Ranch to Address Canine Crisis
A 40-acre Washington ranch is transitioning from a breeding program to a nonprofit rescue operation that will provide emergency housing, foster support, and rehabilitation services for dogs in crisis while using boarding services to fund the transformation.
California Grapes Offer Game Day Culinary Solutions for Home Entertaining
The California Table Grape Commission has released seven innovative recipes using fresh grapes to elevate game day gatherings with creative appetizers and snacks that provide healthier alternatives to traditional party foods.
ORGANA International Highlights Widespread Mineral Deficiencies in American Diets
ORGANA International reveals that modern food systems are creating significant nutrient gaps in American diets, offering natural mineral solutions to address deficiencies affecting energy, immunity, and overall wellness.
Victory Hemp Foods Wins Dual Honors at Superpowers for Good Live Pitch Competition
Victory Hemp Foods secured both the Judges' Choice and SuperCrowd awards at the Superpowers for Good Live Pitch, signaling strong investor and audience confidence in their hemp-based nutrition ingredients.
Duo Duo Project's London Symposium Advances Global Movement to End Dog and Cat Meat Trade
The Duo Duo Project's Compassion Beyond Borders gathering in London united international animal advocates to accelerate efforts ending the dog and cat meat trade through education and China's first spay and neuter training center.
Georgia Dairy Partnership Invests $200,000 in School Milk Dispensers to Boost Consumption and Reduce Waste
The Dairy Alliance and Georgia Milk Producers have partnered to install bulk milk dispensers in Georgia schools, addressing declining dairy consumption while reducing packaging waste through a $200,000 investment.
Glen Rose Declares ITLA Texas Longhorn Week Celebrating Ranching Heritage
Glen Rose, Texas has officially proclaimed October 5-11 as ITLA Texas Longhorn Week, featuring community celebrations and the ITLA Texas Longhorn Championship Show to honor the town's cattle ranching heritage while attracting visitors nationwide.
Milk's Got Game Launches Online Store to Support Southeast Food Banks
The Dairy Alliance has launched a limited-time online merchandise store where all net proceeds will benefit food banks across eight Southeastern states, combining school spirit with community support.
China's High-Oil Peanut Varieties Show Promise but Face Breeding Challenges
A comprehensive study of 238 high-oil peanut varieties in China reveals promising oil content up to 61% but identifies critical trade-offs between oil and protein content and limited disease resistance, providing crucial insights for future breeding strategies to enhance global peanut production.
Milk's Got Game Campaign Spotlights South Carolina Athletes and Their Moms
The Dairy Alliance's Milk's Got Game campaign partners with University of South Carolina athletes and their mothers to highlight how real dairy milk supports athletic performance and recovery through proper nutrition.
AI Transforms from Agricultural Buzzword to Core Growth Driver in Global Food Systems
Artificial intelligence has evolved from experimental technology to a central force reshaping agriculture through research, investment planning, supply chain management, and business growth, positioning early adopters to set industry standards.
REPLOID Group AG Reports Strong First Half 2025 Results, Confirms Full-Year Targets
REPLOID Group AG reported €10.3 million in revenue and €4.4 million EBIT for the first half of 2025 while confirming its full-year targets of €40.7 million revenue and €8.7 million EBIT, signaling strong growth momentum in sustainable farming technology.
U.S. Beef Exports to China Plummet as Trade Friction Reshapes Global Protein Markets
U.S. beef exports to China have collapsed from over $118 million to under $10 million monthly as Beijing allows key permits to lapse, creating opportunities for Australian producers to capture market share in the world's fastest-growing beef import market.
Curdlan Innovation Cuts Pineapple Jam Production Time by Two-Thirds While Maintaining Quality
Researchers have discovered that curdlan, a natural polysaccharide, can reduce pineapple jam cooking time from three hours to just one while improving texture and stability without compromising taste, offering a cost-effective alternative to expensive pectin that could transform fruit preservation and reduce food waste.
Tennessee Schools Deploy First Portable Milk Dispensers to Boost Student Nutrition
The Dairy Alliance has launched the nation's first portable milk dispensers in Tennessee schools, enhancing milk consumption through improved temperature control and reduced waste while supporting student health.
International Texas Longhorn Association Announces 2025 Championship Event in Glen Rose
The International Texas Longhorn Association's 2025 championship event marks 35 years of preserving the breed while showcasing its future through competitions, sales, and educational programming that brings global attention to Texas heritage.
RE:CIRCLE Solutions Transforms Food Waste into High-Value Animal Feed with Scientific Approach
RE:CIRCLE Solutions is revolutionizing organic waste management by repurposing pre-consumer food waste into precision animal feed formulations through scientific analysis, offering California businesses compliance with SB 1383 regulations while creating measurable environmental and nutritional value.
Trainer Bryan Gonzalez Dominates Spanish Horse Fair with PRE Andalusian Dante de Castellon
Bryan Gonzalez's multiple first-place victories at the prestigious Spanish Horse Fair demonstrate the growing prominence of PRE Andalusian horses in American equestrian competitions and highlight advanced training methodologies that could influence breeding and training standards nationwide.
Rural King Expands to Mississippi with Columbus Store Opening
Rural King's expansion into Mississippi with its Columbus location represents significant growth for the family-owned retailer and demonstrates its ongoing commitment to serving rural communities across the Midwest and South.