Agribusiness Update for Thursday 6/13/13

Agribusiness Update for Thursday 6/13/13

This is the Agribusiness Update...I’m Greg Martin...

Hands-free technologies might make it easier for motorists to text, talk on the phone, or even use Facebook while they drive, but new findings from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety show dangerous mental distractions exist even when drivers keep their hands on the wheel and their eyes on the road.  The research found that as mental workload and distractions increase reaction time slows, brain function is compromised.

USDA is seeking nominations for the United States Potato Board.  The Board is composed of producers, importers and a public member, with approximately one-third of the Board appointed each year. Prospective nominees must submit completed applications by July 1, 2013 And appointees will serve a three-year term. The Board is looking to fill 59 producer seats.

Republican Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida announced Tuesday he will introduce an amendment to the immigration reform bill that would require all immigrants to prove they were proficient in English before they could receive permanent legal immigration status. Rubio's amendment would significantly change the sweeping bill and would make it harder for millions of immigrants to get on the path to citizenship.

That’s today’s Agribusiness Update from the Ag Information Network. 

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