After stockpiling early in the coronavirus pandemic, Americans continue to turn to Costco Wholesale Corp. to buy bulk quantities of groceries and cleaning supplies. (Wall Street Journal)

Local vineyards have entered a busy time of year. It’s the traditional grape harvesting season in Illinois. (WSIL)  

Nearly 23% of people with obesity in the United States have reported food insecurity, compared with 15% of people with moderate weight. This association with obesity has doubled since 1999–2000, according to a recent analysis of trends in food insecurity. (Medical News Today)

The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and the Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America (ASHCA) announced a partnership on September 22 during National Farm Safety and Health Week. (Occupational Health & Safety)

– In such a critical time for the agriculture industry, it is important to understand where our presidential candidates stand on agricultural issues. (Feed & Grain)

The stark economic reality of the pandemic is clear in the statistics of layoffs, closed businesses and reduced consumer spending but it’s particularly harsh when analysing the numbers for food poverty in the U.K. and the U.S. (Forbes