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Farm bill update: SNAP dispute derails Senate vote, SCFBA reacts
The bill failed by a narrow 10-11 vote with Senate Democrats and Republicans clashing over state funding of SNAP benefits
Farm Market & Agritourism — Communicating weather challenges: How to turn setbacks into opportunities
Learn successful strategies for effective messaging around crop losses from this spring’s freeze and keeping your customers informed and engaged.
USDA fertilizer access grant program taking applications through August 17
$500 million is available to expand domestic production capacity and increase fertilizer availability, according to a news release.
White House seeks $11 billion in aid for specialty crop, Florida growers
Learn what the proposal includes and what it could mean for fruit and vegetable growers.
Michigan asparagus growers remain cautiously optimistic despite rising costs and import pressure
Michigan’s asparagus industry is under pressure, but improving market conditions and a new generation of farmers are reasons for optimism.
Good news for farm markets: Honey consumption spikes among consumers
USDA reports U.S. honey consumption nearly doubled since 1990, with imports supplying 78% of the nation’s honey demand in 2025.
Michigan State Extension: AEWR flexibility saved growers $33 million
Michigan State University Extension experts say most certified H-2A positions were offered at the Skill Level I wage rate in 2026, resulting in substantially lower wage offers.
UF experts deploy AI to help farmers forecast tomato yields
New UF-developed tools use artificial intelligence to count fruit and flowers, helping growers forecast strawberry and tomato yields more accurately.
Farm Market Friday: Northeast Ohio photo tour part 2
Hit the road as we stop in at three Northeast Ohio farm market and agritourism operations.
New York lawmakers urge USDA disaster aid after spring crop losses
New York lawmakers are urging disaster assistance after spring frost damage caused more than $30 million in specialty crop losses.
USDA unveils $1.625B relief program for specialty crop farmers
The program helps growers offset rising costs and market disruptions from foreign trade challenges.
Scientists launch open-source plant pathogen surveillance platform
USDA-ARS scientists developed PathogenSurveillance, an open-source tool for rapid plant pathogen detection and disease surveillance.
Rethinking soil data to improve fertilizer efficiency, yield
Learn how growers use soil and tissue sampling to improve fertilizer efficiency, reduce inputs and guide nutrient decisions. Read more.
Spring frost damage increases focus on postharvest produce protection
Fresh Inset says widespread spring frost damage across key growing regions is increasing the importance of postharvest technology and shelf-life protection for produce suppliers.
Pennsylvania farmers: Everything you need to file for USDA freeze assistance
USDA has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers recover from adverse weather events.
Report: China to boost U.S. ag purchases – and not just soybeans – following Trump trade talks
U.S. officials say China is expected to purchase billions of dollars in American agricultural products annually following new trade discussions between the two countries.
USDA’s April Outlook signals import, wholesale pricing challenges
USDA’s latest outlook shows higher vegetable production, softer prices and rising import pressure for U.S. vegetable growers. Read the full report.
146 Georgia counties now designated for drought aid
USDA added 20 Georgia counties to its drought disaster declaration, bringing the statewide total to 146 eligible counties. See the list of new counties added and contingent counties in the area.
Onion farmers push for $3 to $5 import fee amid cost pressures
The National Onion Association is asking for protective tariffs on imported Mexican onions and water agreement enforcement.