The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted a final rule May 14 on biotech regulations that would allow the floral industry to innovate more...
USDA Posts Final Biotech Rule
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U.S., Mexico and Canada Finalize New Trade Deal
The United States, Mexico and Canada have finalized a trade deal to replace the 25-year-old North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The pact...
Government Moves to Limit Myrtle, Bamboo Imports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is considering banning dozens of plant groups, including...
Executive Order Builds Momentum for Streamlined Biotech Regulations
President Trump signed an executive order this week in Iowa intended to streamline the regulatory process for genetically engineered agriculture....
Minimum Wage Among CAD Asks for Capitol Hill
During the Society of American Florists’ 39th Annual Congressional Action Days (CAD), March 11-12, floral industry professionals will present four...
SAF Member Talks Regulations, Research Funding with Influential D.C. Decision-Makers
“Groups working together can make a difference.” That was a major takeaway for Jamie Kitz, key account manager with Sakata Ornamentals in Salinas,...