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WEBINAR: Doing Business in Foreign Countries: Enforcement of Anti-Corruption Laws in Agribusiness

Corruption poses a significant legal and economic risk for corporations doing business around the world, particularly in developing and transitioning countries. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are fighting corruption by increasing the number of...

Jason Resnick Oct 15 2013 in Agriculture

Good Housekeeping Magazine Cites Benefits of Eating Fruits & Vegetables

Close-up picture of fruits and vegatables

Through the efforts of the Alliance for Food and Farming, Good Housekeeping Magazine has published in its November issue the highlights of a peer reviewed report on the benefits of fresh produce consumption.

Western Growers Oct 15 2013 in Agriculture

Inspections by CalOSHA Down in 2012; But Serious Violations Up

According the CalOSHA Reporter, there were 250 fewer on-site inspections conducted in 2012 than in 2011. However, more citations for serious violations were issued. The data from the Department of Occupational Safety and Health recently reported a 4 percent rise in total violations (15,148) against employers last year.

Western Growers Oct 15 2013 in Agriculture

Reserve Hotel Room by Friday For Annual Meeting

Western Growers 88th Annual Meeting in Waikiki

If you have not reserved your room for Western Growers' Annual Meeting in Waikiki and you plan to attend, please do so by this Friday, October 18th to receive the Western Growers special room rate. The Sheraton Hotel is nearly full to capacity, so it is imperative to book today!

Heather Beamer Oct 15 2013 in Annual Meeting

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