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Monsanto eyes growing agriculture-focused information technology market
The biotechnology giant announced the $930 million acquisition of agriculture climate forecaster Climate Corporation.
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Former USTR says exports offer 'sea change' for dairy industry
Ambassador Ron Kirk believes dairy exports can help the US economy recover.
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FDA food safety inspections suspended during government shutdown
Most Food Safety Inspection Service employees were deemed nonessential.
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FMI and United Fresh commit to co-locating trade events for three years
United Fresh 2014 and FMI Connect, the Global Food Retail Experience will be held in Chicago from June 10-14, 2014.
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Japan buys first US wheat since discovery of GMO variety in Oregon
The country banned US wheat imports on May 30, but yesterday purchased 89,579 tons.
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Federal government shutdown means suspension of some USDA programs
Programs funded by appropriations will be suspended, while others funded by user fees will go on.
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State agricultural officials urge FDA to release second FSMA draft for comment
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture reaffirmed support for FSMA but questioned FDA's timeline for implementation.
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Eco-terrorism may be responsible for attack on genetically modified papaya field in Hawaii
About 100 trees were hacked down on Thursday night on a farm that has been targeted before.
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Coca-Cola no longer most valuable global brand
The 2013 Best Global Brands report has Apple surpassing the soft drink giant.
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US-Japanese partnership will recognize each other's organic program as identical
The move will allow each country easier access to the other's markets.
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