Cooperative Extension Promotes Sustainability Efforts

Cooperative Extension agents work with producers to be economically viable while engaging the public.

Late California Cherries May Affect NW Crop

February 9, 2010 Dan Wheat, Capital Press

California may produce a 10-million-box cherry crop this year and that’s a concern to Pacific Northwest cherry growers.

Aurora Awarded SFQ 2000 Certification Level 2

Aurora Products Inc. is pleased to announce it has been awarded SQF 2000 Certification Level 2.

USDA Names 6 New NMB Members

Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack appointed six members to serve on the National Mango Board for three-year terms beginning immediately.

USDA To Buy Surplus Potatoes

February 8, 2010 Monte Vista Journal

USDA announced a decision to purchase up to $9 million of surplus fresh potatoes and up to $21.9 million of surplus fresh fruits for federal food nutrition assistance programs.