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Whole Foods Requires GMO Labeling by 2018

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Leading natural foods grocer responds to customer requests for more transparency in packaged-food ingredients by requiring the labeling of genetically engineered foods.

American Humane Certifies First University Research Facility, Major Producer

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California’s Fresno State and Foster Farms receive American Humane Certification, acknowledging their commitment to safe and humane poultry care.

USDA Proposes Healthy School Snacks Rule

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The public is encouraged to comment on a proposed USDA rule that follows up to the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act.

Farm Income-tax Changes Ahead

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A Michigan State University Extension agent outlines income-tax changes that could affect farmers in 2013.

6 Reasons to Celebrate National Craft Month

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Get motivated during March to start a new craft that relaxes, repurposes or creates lasting memories.

2012 Ag Census Deadline Extended

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The USDA extends the 2012 Census of Agriculture deadline to March 31, 2013, for farmers who have not yet returned their surveys.

Insecticides Killing Grassland Birds

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A study shows that pesticide use in grasslands is the No. 1 contributor to the decline of grassland birds in the United States.

Certifier of Sustainable Farms Closes

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Lack of funding brings Food Alliance’s certification program to a halt, while a volunteer board keeps the nonprofit’s sustainable-agriculture standards intact.

Farming Like a President

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America's founding fathers provide an example of how to raise livestock as part of a sustainable farming operation.

Buckwheat Shows Promise as Cover Crop

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Two grants are being used to help farmers discover how to use buckwheat as a weed-suppressing, pest-controlling cover crop.

Virus Used to Target Brassica Disease

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USDA scientists use a virus to distinguish the bacterium responsible for crucifer blight from its doppelganger.

Health Departments’ Involvement with Factory Farms Limited

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A study finds that health departments are hindered in addressing public health concerns from animal-production sites.

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