1. Soli Organic to Build First Soil-Based Organic Indoor Farm in San Antonio

Soli Organic Inc., the nation’s only soil-based, indoor farming company delivering 100% USDA certified organic produce, has announced plans to build a high-tech, automated indoor farm and co-located packing facility in the Brooks community in San Antonio, Texas.   Read More

2. Organic Farming Systems to Be Compared in Multi-Year Study

Organic farming systems will be compared in a new study by three universities. Researchers from the universities will assess weed, insect, and pathogen pressure on corn, soybeans, and small grains cultivated in both standard and ecologically intensified organic-farming systems.   Read More

3. Tanimura & Antle Celebrates 40 Years

On this day 40 years ago, two families who migrated to the Salinas Valley chasing the California dream, shook hands and established a company that would impact the fresh produce and agriculture industry forever. Built upon a long-standing partnership of trust, perseverance, and decades of industry knowledge, Tanimura & Antle announced today the celebration of reaching their 40th company anniversary milestone as a vertically integrated grower-shipper of premium fresh produce.  Read More

4. USDA Invests $50MM to Strengthen School Meals

USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service today launched a new and innovative initiative for healthier school meals through a $50 million grant opportunity that will support collaboration with the food industry to develop nutritious, appetizing school meals for students.  Read More

5. California Giant Foundation Donates $43,500 to Nonprofit Organizations

California Giant Berry Farms announced the distribution of $43,500 to 10 non-profit organizations throughout the Central Coast via its philanthropic initiative, The California Giant Foundation. The funds are a culmination of the foundation’s fundraising efforts throughout the year—including its Skirt Steak Barbecue, a celebrated community tradition.   Read More