Regulations, Vegetables

New USDA dietary guidelines reset federal nutrition policy

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins have released all-new Dietary Guidelines for Ame... more »

legislation, Onions, Regulations

North Dakota farmer Barry Vculek takes the reins at National Onion Association

The National Onion Association (NOA) has elected Barry Vculek, owner of Four Star Ag (Oakes, North Dakota) as its incoming president for the 2026–2028 term. Vculek succeeds Jared Gutierrez and b... more »

business, Farm Management, Labor, legislation, Regulations, Vegetables, West

California farmers face new regulations in 2026 from agritourism to wages

In California, the new year has ushered in a handful of new rules and regulations affecting agricultural operations throughout the state. Caleb Howard with AgAlert.com writes, “As of Jan. 1, the... more »

Labor, Regulations

Low-hanging fruit opportunities

There is an abundance of low-hanging fruit. Think of it. You walk into a grove or an orchard, and there it is: All the apples, oranges or cherries, all hanging there easily within reach. No need f... more »

legislation

USDA bridge payment details released: specialty crops on hold

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced the next phase in the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program (FBA): the eligible commodity per-acre payment rates. As part of the program, $12 bil... more »

Leafy Greens, Onions, Potatoes, Tomatoes/Peppers, Vegetables

2025 USDA vegetable crop report: Record yields, lower prices and mixed markets

In 2025, the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) forecasts record-setting U.S. average yields for potatoes, California processing tomatoes and dry edible beans (excluding chickpeas... more »