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WPH Supports DPR Commitment to Reforming the CA Pesticide Registration Process and Bringing More Sustainable Alternative Products to Farmers

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western Plant Health (WPH) today released the following statement in response to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation's (DPR) Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap. Please attribute to Renee Pinel, President & CEO of WPH.

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CA Department of Pesticide Regulation Releases Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap to continue California's commitment to lead the country in progressive agricultural systems.
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western Plant Health (WPH) today released the following statement in response to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation's (DPR) Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap.
Today, DPR released its Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap which will continue California's commitment to lead the country in progressive agricultural systems.
Western Plant Health (WPH) appreciates DPR's commitment to implement reforms that will expedite the registration of new products, which DPR acknowledges in the report are all more sustainable.

Western Plant Health Applauds Veto of California Assembly Bill 2146

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western Plant Health voiced support for Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of California Assembly Bill 2146, which would have taken pesticide regulations out of the hands of scientists.

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept.29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western Plant Health voiced support for Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of California Assembly Bill 2146, which would have taken pesticide regulations out of the hands of scientists.
"We are pleased that he has again followed sound science and reason in rejecting this proposed law."
Neonicotinoids are also vital for protecting backyard fruit and citrus trees that help provide important nutrition to families around the state.
Western Plant Health (WPH) is a Sacramento-based trade association whose member companies promote the environmentally safe and agronomically sound use of their products.

BEEFLOW & CAL POLY STRAWBERRY CENTER PARTNER FOR A STUDY ON STRAWBERRY POLLINATION THAT AIMS TO REDUCE FOOD WASTE BY UP TO ONE-THIRD

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While bees are not typically considered vital in the growing of strawberries, a new study from The Cal Poly Strawberry Center and Beeflow will explore the use of managed honeybees in strawberry pollination. The first-of-its-kind research funded by the California Strawberry Commission (CSC) and the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) hopes to harvest many results, including reduction of food waste by up to one-third.

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"We hope that this work will highlight the important role that bees can have in California strawberry production," said Angelita De la Luz PhD, Beeflow.
"The results will help growers produce more with less, while fostering a food system that is more in harmony with nature."
The year-long study, a partnership between the CSC and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, could substantially decrease food waste, improve shelf life and reduce pesticide use.
The research like this study with The Cal Poly Strawberry Center - aims to change the paradigm in pollination and improve crop yields.

Elevate Bait System™ with ContraPest® is Now Available in California

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Monday, August 1, 2022

The new bait system specifically targets roof rats, a common pest in agricultural settings, and is now available online at https://contrapeststore.com/products/contrapest-elevate-bait-system .

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The new bait system specifically targets roof rats, a common pest in agricultural settings, and is now available online at https://contrapeststore.com/products/contrapest-elevate-bait-system .
"The Elevate Bait System with ContraPest began shipping to states other than California a month ago and is seeing rapid adoption in the agricultural space.
Mr. Siegel continued, "Collaborating with such industry experts as Agrecom we know the Elevate Bait System with ContraPest will be transformational in eliminating roof rats.
For expertise and guidance in effective vector control with the Elevate Bait System with ContraPest contact Agrecom Inc at 209 726 0340 or [email protected].

Pace International Adds Novel Organically Certified Biorational Fungicide for Postharvest Use

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Monday, July 11, 2022

BioSpectra received its OMRI Listed seal after completing the rigorous certification process and requirements set forth for organic crop production use.

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BioSpectra received its OMRI Listed seal after completing the rigorous certification process and requirements set forth for organic crop production use.
BioSpectra is the latest biorational fungicide to be organically certified for postharvest applications.
It provides a broad-spectrum decay control against several major fungal postharvest diseases across various crops and has shown better disease control compared to other organic alternatives.
Pace International LLC is a subsidiary of Valent BioSciences LLC, a Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. business.

AgroFresh Expands Produce Freshness Solutions in California with the Approval of SmartFresh™ InBox

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

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PHILADELPHIA, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGFS) ("AgroFresh" or the "Company"), a global agtech innovator that provides produce freshness solutions, and digital technologies that enhance the quality and extend the shelf life of fresh produce, today announced the expansion of its SmartFresh™ Inbox in California with the California Department of Pesticide Regulation's (CDPR) approval for a range of new crops. SmartFresh InBox offers powerful protection in a small, portable sachet, expanding the availability of SmartFresh technology for growers, packers and retailers who either don't have an airtight room or require a more convenient option.

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Global leader in post-harvest freshness solutions expands its SmartFresh portfolio to a wider range of crops now approved for apples, pears, avocados, kiwi, and stone fruits.
PHILADELPHIA, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGFS) ("AgroFresh" or the "Company"), a global agtech innovator that provides produce freshness solutions, and digital technologies that enhance the quality and extend the shelf life of fresh produce, today announced the expansion of its SmartFresh Inbox in California with the California Department of Pesticide Regulation's (CDPR) approval for a range of new crops.
SmartFresh InBox, now registered in California on pome fruits (apples and pears), stone fruits (peaches and plums), kiwi and avocados, utilizes AgroFresh's industry leading SmartFresh (1-MCP) ethylene management technology to delay the ripening process and helps maintain post-harvest produce quality and freshness.
Twenty years ago AgroFresh revolutionized the fruit and produce industry with the introduction of SmartFresh, which is now being used in over 25,000 fruit storage rooms worldwide.

BPIA Supports Plant Biostimulant Act

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Saturday, May 14, 2022

The Biological Products Industry Alliance (BPIA) applauds the bipartisan introduction of the Plant Biostimulant Act of 2022 and thanks Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) and Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN) for sponsoring the bill.

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The Biological Products Industry Alliance (BPIA) applauds the bipartisan introduction of the Plant Biostimulant Act of 2022 and thanks Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) and Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN) for sponsoring the bill.
The act amends the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to establish a consistent national definition for the new agricultural product category of plant biostimulant and specifically excludes such products, which are not pesticides, from FIFRA regulation.
According to BPIA Executive Director Keith Jones, Plant biostimulant products can increase the uptake and utilization of existing and applied nutrients, thus reducing the potential for nutrient runoff into rivers, lakes, and streams or loss to the atmosphere as greenhouse gasses.
Anyone can register to attend here and learn more about biostimulants and the Plant Biostimulant Act.

Save Foods Enters into Distribution Agreement with Cannabis Producer BRLEV AGRICULTURAL CROPS LTD. to Address Contamination in Cannabis Products

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Thursday, January 6, 2022

Tel Aviv, Israel, Jan. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Save Foods (NASDAQ: SVFD) (“Save Foods” or the “Company”), an Israeli Agri-Food Tech company announced today a distribution agreement with Israeli cannabis company BRLEV AGRICULTURAL CROPS LTD. (“BRLev”) to provide Save Foods’ eco crop protection treatment as a white label offering to its global network. Save Foods’ green alternatives to pesticides are proven to be highly effective on fruit and vegetables

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Applying Save Foods products on a range of different plants will give the Company the opportunity to confirm its wide-ranging effectiveness.
In November 2021, Save Foods product was approved for use on cannabis by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR).
Contaminated cannabis is potentially fatal when consumed by immunocompromised patients, so all crops are tested for microbial contamination.
BRLev is an excellent match to distribute Save Foods products via their expanding distribution network of cannabis growers.

SAVE FOODS REPORTS ITS FIRST COMMERCIAL SALE OF PEROSTAR™ FOR THE TREATMENT OF BELL PEPPERS

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Monday, November 29, 2021

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TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Save Foods (Nasdaq: SVFD) (“Save Foods” or the “Company”), an agri-food-tech company focused on developing and selling eco-friendly products specifically designed to extend the shelf life and ensure the safety of fresh fruits and vegetables, today announced the first commercial sales of its PeroSTAR™ product to two of the leading bell pepper packing houses in Israel’s Arava region.

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After their positive experience trying Save Foods treatment, the packing houses decided to fully integrate the Companys product in their treatment process to ensure the optimal quality and shelf life of their bell peppers.
This [Companys] first commercial sale for the treatment of bell peppers in Israel comes on the heels of the Companys recent regulatory approval of its product by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR).
That CDPR approval also covers bell peppers, a crop valued at $479 million in the United States, with California accounting for nearly 50% of peppers grown in that market.
Save Foods initial applications are in post-harvest treatments in fruit and vegetable packing houses processing citrus, avocado, pears, bell peppers and mangos.

Save Foods Receives Regulatory Approval from the CDPR to Commence Commercialization in California

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Save Foods (Nasdaq: SVFD) (“Save Foods” or the “Company”), an agri-food tech company focused on developing and selling eco-friendly products specifically designed to extend the shelf life and ensure food safety of fresh fruits and vegetables, today announced the registration of its product, SavePROTECT™️, by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR).

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California is the fifth largest economy in the world, with agriculture generating nearly $50 billion in revenue in 2020.
Save Foods is an innovative, dynamic company addressing two of the most significant challenges in the agri-food tech industry: food waste & loss and food safety.
Save Foods is dedicated to delivering integrated solutions for improved safety, freshness and quality, every step of the way from field to fork.
Save Foods initial applications are in post-harvest treatments in fruit and vegetable packing houses processing citrus, avocado, pears, bell peppers and mangos.