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    USDA to invest $500M in biofuels growth after industry pushback

    The funding for new infrastructure projects comes after EPA blending revisions disappointed advocates.

    By • June 27, 2023
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    India lifts retaliatory tariffs on US agricultural products

    The deal removes additional duties as high as 20% for apples, walnuts and other products. 

    By • June 27, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive

    Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

    By Agriculture Dive staff
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    Worsening Midwest drought threatens crop production

    Drier conditions are withering corn fields and raising the prospect of shipping restrictions on the Mississippi River.

    By • June 26, 2023
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    EPA declines to expand use of corn-based ethanol in biofuels

    Farm advocates say ethanol can help address climate change, a claim that's come under greater scrutiny in recent years.

    By • June 23, 2023
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    Bayer doubles down on regenerative agriculture, sees $110B opportunity

    The agrochemical giant plans to focus on biofuels, carbon farming and other adjacent sectors to its core business as food systems face new challenges.

    By • June 22, 2023
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    Trade tensions brew with Mexico over genetically modified corn

    Industry officials warn of significant trade and market disruptions if nothing is resolved

    By • June 12, 2023
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    New project uses AI and remote monitoring to identify organic cotton farms

    The partnership between multiple organizations is designed to allow more small farms to participate in the certified organic textile market.

    By Laurel Deppen • June 7, 2023
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    Getting corny: Dow project aims to create bio-based plastics from crop waste

    Partners envision a “new ecosystem where farmers are being incentivized” for corn material otherwise considered waste, according to a Dow leader.

    By Katie Pyzyk • May 30, 2023
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    Major tea companies linked to plantations with reported human rights abuses, report says

    Companies including Unilever, Ekaterra and Starbucks said they are working to address these issues through greater supply chain transparency.

    By Chris Casey • May 22, 2023
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    Organic food sales hit a record in 2022, topping $60B for the first time

    The category saw a 4.3% increase last year, which the Organic Trade Association said indicates a continued interest from consumers despite economic volatility.

    By Chris Casey • May 15, 2023
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    Regenerative ag is driving food sustainability promises, but is it greenwashing?

    As companies like PepsiCo and General Mills enlist farmers to deliver on their lofty emissions reduction goals, experts are divided over whether the practice will produce tangible results.

    By Chris Casey , • April 27, 2023
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    Why General Mills is embarking on a farmer-driven regenerative agriculture strategy

    The CPG giant said its projects are less about setting stringent rules and more about listening to the producers who are familiar with their land.

    By Chris Casey • April 21, 2023
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    How are schools adapting agricultural programs amid climate changes?

    As environmental changes continue, agricultural programs are adjusting curriculum to teach students how food and farming science are evolving.

    By Lauren Barack • April 5, 2023