Category: business
National Onion Association applauds Mexico water agreement
The NOA is celebrating the new U.S.-Mexico water agreement. Learn how it supports fair trade and U.S. onion growers after years of imbalance.
Tomato growers applaud tomato suspension agreement termination
U.S. growers are celebrating the end of the tomato suspension agreement with Mexico. Read how this shift supports American farming.
Nutrien Ag Solutions opens new facility at Champaign Innovation Farm
Nutrien Ag Solutions has opened a new facility at its Innovation Farm. Discover how this hub will advance research and tech for growers.
EFI streamlines worker certification program
Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has streamlined its workforce certification process. Learn how the change impacts growers and farmworkers.
Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China
The ag industry remains concerned about the global trade impact of tariffs amid ongoing uncertainty. Get more details on the tariff pause.
USDA opens applications for FY 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs
USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service announced 2026 funding opportunities through four ag trade promotion programs. Get all the details now.
Rural Voices USA weighs in on tariffs’ effect on rural America
Rural Voices USA has expressed its views on how tariffs will impact growers and rural America. Read the statement from the organization now.
Legislation aims to ease path to land access for young growers
Proposed legislation aims to help young farmers and ranchers access farmland. Learn more about the details included in the legislation.
NCAE urges USDA to investigate undisbursed funds to farmers
The NCAE is urging the USDA to release funds designated to aid farmers. Read how the undisbursed funds are putting a strain on farmers.
Preparing for your preparer
Growers may schedule meetings with tax professionals. Read about the advantages of making time to work on taxes.
Ventura VINE Connect field day set
The VINE Connect Field Day will offer opportunities to explore innovative ag-tech solutions for farm challenges. Learn more and register now.
Sakata Seed America makes leadership changes
Seed supplier Sakata Seed America has announced an executive leadership transition. Learn more about the new president and CEO, Ed Flores.
University of Vermont conducting national agritourism survey
The University of Vermont (UVM) is conducting a national survey to identify opportunities to support agritourism operators. Learn more now.
NCAE launches search for new president and CEO
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is looking for an ag labor expert to serve as the organization’s new president and CEO.
Buddy Leger, national watermelon leader, dies
Buddy Leger, a leading figure in national watermelon associations, has passed away. Read more about his life and contributions to the ag industry.
Cucumbers, fruits among list of U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs
A long list of fruits and vegetables are among U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs. Get more details on impacted goods.
Fresh Views: Overlap between the practical and the economic
Some enter the produce industry through different ways. Read how a farmer helping a college student at a South African wildlife rehab center led to an ag career.
Controversial filling requirement reinstated
After a court ruling reinstated a contested filing requirement, businesses owners face a Jan. 13 deadline to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).
Court injunction blocks federal rule that could have imprisoned growers
A court injunction has blocked an onerous federal business filing rule that could have sent growers to jail.
Farm Bureau warns farmers could face federal fines, jail
Time is ending for thousands of farmers who may face steep fines and possible jail time for failing to file their businesses with the federal government, according to a news release from the Washington, D.C.-based American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).