John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. Declares $1.00 Per Share Special Dividend

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) declared a special cash dividend (the “Special Dividend”) of $1.00 per share on all issued and outstanding shares of Common Stock of the Company and $1.00 per share on all issued and outstanding shares of Class A Common Stock of the Company.

NPR Science Friday: Fighting Banana Blight in a North Carolina Greenhouse

May 6, 2024 NPR Science Friday

Americans eat nearly 27 pounds per person every year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A deadly fungus could destroy most of the world’s crops, but a company in Research Triangle Park is trying to save the banana through gene editing.

N2OFF: Save Foods Received first order from a Peruvian Customer for its Eco-Friendly Solution for Fruits and Vegetables

May 6, 2024 N2OFF, Inc.

N2OFF, Inc. announced that its subsidiary Save Foods Ltd. received its first purchase order from a customer in Peru, a leading grower, packer and distributor of avocado.

2024 Michigan Asparagus Season Currently Underway 

When shopping in stores or at supermarkets, consumers can look for “Michigan Grown” labels indicating locally grown US products. They can also keep a lookout for point-of-sale and promotional materials with more information including tips and recipes at their local grocery stores. There are nearly 100 Michigan farm families committed to providing premium, sustainable products.

Blue Diamond Releases Statement of Support for Progress on Farm Bill

May 6, 2024 Blue Diamond

“Blue Diamond applauds House Agriculture Committee Chairman Thompson and Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Stabenow for their diligent work in moving the 2024 farm bill process forward. As a global brand and grower owned cooperative, programs supporting market access and crop insurance are vital to export expansion and production risk mitigation for family farms.