WSU on Temps for Apples and Pears and Rules to Prevent Organic Fraud
From the Ag Information Network, this is your Agribusiness Update.
**Washington State University scientists will lead nationwide research addressing the impact of extreme temperatures on apple and pear crops.
www.morningagclips.com reports Lee Kalcsits, associate professor and Endowed Chair of Environmental Physiology for
Tree Fruit, heads a team of 21 scientists from seven institutions working to mitigate stresses on pome fruits and develop strategies that limit future risks.
Funded by the USDA’s Specialty Crop Research Initiative, the $6.75 million project will run for four years.
www.morningagclips.com/grant-will-help-researchers-protect-apples-pears-from-extreme-climate-events/
**New federal rules meant to prevent organic fraud have been praised by organic farmers for helping to protect the integrity of the national organic label.
But the rules have also brought unintended consequences as smaller operations struggle to keep up with the new requirements.
Those struggling include government agencies that inspect and certify farms to ensure they comply with standards of the National Organic Program.
**Legislation introduced in the House and Senate would extend a new sustainable aviation fuel tax credit for biofuels for ten years and prevent foreign producers from accessing the credits.
Groups like the National Corn Growers Association applauded the legislation that supports domestic producers.
NCGA President, Harold Wolle says corn growers are making every effort to help the airline industry lower its greenhouse gas emissions through the use of corn ethanol.
