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US: $58 million-plus in pest and disease research funding

There’s good news from Washington for floral industry members who care about first-rate flowers and plants, helping the green industry be globally competitive, protecting our environment and ensuring top-quality imports.

More than $58 million in funds has been tagged to support 434 research projects across the nation, all aimed at achieving those goals and helping to prevent the introduction or spread of plant pests and diseases that might threaten U.S. agriculture or the environment.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that The Society of American Florists and AmericanHort, through their participation in the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance, were key players in supporting this portion of the Farm Bill.

Read more at safnow.org