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Karen Withers
Jul 10, 20233 min read
Speaking Up for Agriculture: The Power of Advocacy
Advocacy in Agriculture: Amplifying Voices, Debunking Myths, and Inspiring Change"
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Karen Withers
Jun 6, 20232 min read
Embracing Proactivity in International Trade
Embracing a proactive approach is key to success, efficiency and staying ahead in international trade.
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Karen Withers
May 1, 20233 min read
Streamlining Success: The Importance of Implementing a Process
Without a process, workplace tasks can become disorganized, productivity can suffer, and goals can be hard to achieve.
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Karen Withers
Mar 1, 20233 min read
How to prevent and mitigate late international payments.
Dealing with Late Payments from International Customers: How to Prevent Risks and Mitigate Loss
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Karen Withers
Jan 2, 20233 min read
Will You Keep Your New Years Resolution?
Make 2023 your year! Here are seven tips to keep your New Years Resolutions.
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Karen Withers
Dec 1, 20222 min read
Don’t Forget Your Phytosanitary Certificate for Australia
Last week the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) sent an urgent advice to importers of USA origin seed...
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Karen Withers
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Who’s Sampling Your Seed?
I am thrilled to be one of the newest USDA National Seed Health System Accredited Entities. If you or your organization need seed...
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Karen Withers
Oct 11, 20223 min read
Systems Approach – An Alternative Phytosanitary Certification System
Systems Approach – an alternative to consignment-by-consignment phytosanitary certification
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Karen Withers
Sep 6, 20223 min read
I Think You Were Hacked!
When our food-supply is targeted we all become victims. Don’t let hackers attack you or your organization.
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Karen Withers
Aug 2, 20224 min read
Your Customers Wish You Knew....
Navigating the global business landscape can be difficult. Here are seven tips your overseas business partners want you to know.
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Karen Withers
Jun 30, 20221 min read
Are You Drawing Your Own Phyto Samples?
Save time, money, and improve efficiencies by becoming accredited with the National Seed Health System.
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Karen Withers
May 25, 20223 min read
Why Join An Association?
Joining an association shows you are committed to learning & growing within your industry. Top Ten reasons to join an industry association.
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Karen Withers
Mar 31, 20222 min read
Are you (really) following ISF Trade Rules?
Most US seed exporters trade "per ISF Rules” however they are often misunderstood. Here are some of the most misinterpreted ISF Rules.
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Karen Withers
Feb 28, 20222 min read
How to obtain an Additional Declaration
Additional Declarations, required by many importing countries, must meet certain criteria before certification.
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Karen Withers
Feb 1, 20222 min read
Find Your Allies
Don't recreate the wheel always trying to do or learn things on your own but instead build up your team of allies you can count on when need
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Karen Withers
Dec 31, 20211 min read
New Years Traditions
I find New Years to be one of my favorite holidays. Before the evening festivities, it’s usually a calm day of cleaning up from...
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Karen Withers
Dec 30, 20213 min read
How to choose the ‘best' freight forwarder?
Avoid unexpected costs, surprise delays, or poor communication while shipping product overseas by choosing the best freight forwarder.
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Karen Withers
Nov 30, 20212 min read
What Is A Visual Inspection?
A Phytosanitary Certificate (Phyto) is required for most seed exports regardless of species, shipment size, and country of destination. ...
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Karen Withers
Nov 23, 20212 min read
5 Key Elements of Successful Companies
5 keys of successful companies to run smoothly, prevent delays, reduce technical and regulatory issues, and create great relationships.
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Karen Withers
Oct 11, 20211 min read
What Language Are You Speaking?
Inconsistent use of terminology creates frustration, miscommunication and mistakes. Make sure your team all speaks the same “language."
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