Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Chinese potato imports could start this fall - AgMinute for November 25, 2013


Washington Gov. Jay Inslee's recent trade mission to Japan and China brought movement toward access for Northwest fresh and chipping potatoes. Click here for the full story

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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Northwest logs record pear crop - AgMinute for November 19, 2013


A long, dry summer made for large pears and a record crop, which may pressure prices. China's market could be a relief valve. Click here for the full story

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Friday, November 15, 2013

ICE issues I-9 audits - AgMinute for November 15, 2013


WENATCHEE, Wash. — A large tree fruit company in Wenatchee and a smaller one in the Okanogan are undergoing federal I-9 audits that could cost them employees, the director of the Washington Farm Labor Association says. Click here for the full story

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Tuesday, November 12, 2013

GMO apple comment period opens - AgMinute for November 12, 2013


The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking public comments on its environmental and plant risk assessment documents on GMO apples for the next 30 days. Click here for the full story

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