Category: By Region
National ag groups applaud AEWR decision
National ag groups are applauding a court’s AEWR decision. Read how the AEWR Methodology rule change affects growers.
Tessenderlo Kerley opens Ohio fertilizer plant
Tessenderlo Kerley has opened a new fertilizer plant. Learn more about the Ohio operation.
Cultivating the Future: Cal Poly Strawberry field day showcases innovation, sustainability
The Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day attracted growers. Learn about the strawberry research the event highlighted.
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips has been honored. Read more about the vegetable agent receiving the distinguished service award.
MBG Marketing CEO Brad Moorer dies
The head of MBG Marketing has died. Read more about Brad Moorer’s leadership of the berry cooperative.
Full Belly Farm balances the practical with the ecological
Full Belly Farms mixes the practical with the environment. Read how the northern California organic farm successfully grows vegetables.
Exploring the possibility of growing scotch bonnet peppers in the Midwest
Scotch bonnet peppers can be grown in the Midwest. Learn how climate, harvesting practices and postharvest handling can affect successful production.
Texas Watermelon Association refreshes website
There’s a new look for Texas’ watermelon industry website. Read about the Texas Watermelon Association’s online makeover.
Johnny Barnes, North Carolina sweet potato grower, remembered
Johnny Barnes, a North Carolina sweet potato grower, has died. Read about his industry contributions.
MSU study shows farm labor changes, challenges
MSU studies farm labor issues. Learn about the labor changes and challenges that came from the Michigan farmworker survey.
Enza Zaden releases lettuce varieties with downy mildew resistance
Enza Zaden has released lettuce varieties with downy mildew resistance.Read more about how the varieties can help combat downy mildew.
Five state coalition demands USDA AEWR transparency
A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.
Veg Connections: Heat-tolerant broccolini can integrate with clover living mulch
South Dakota researchers are studying how heat-tolerant broccolini can integrate with clover living mulch. Learn more about the project.
Bedner Growers: Popular South Florida agritourism, farm market destination
Agritourism and farm markets help Bedner Growers survive and expand. Read how the South Florida grower started growing in the 1950s.
Good Humus Produce’s community mindset
Good Humus Produce grows organic produce in Northern California. Read more about Good Humus’ community mindset.
Georgia study examining non-fresh market fruit
GFVGA and UGA are exploring new uses for surplus fruit through processing innovation. Help shape the future by taking the grower survey today.
Urban ag farm to be built at Pittsburgh training center
Pittsburgh’s Bidwell Training Center has received a grant to build an urban farm and market. Read how the facilities will help the community.
New UF/IFAS plant pathologist helps Everglades Agricultural Area growers battle diseases
Plant pathologist Monica Navia-Urrutia is supporting EAA growers with research and disease management solutions. Learn more about her work.
UF sweet corn researcher awarded prestigious academic honor
UF professor Marcio Resende sweet corn researcher has received a distinguished academic appointment. Read more about his honor.
MSU recognizes ag leaders
MSU’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) has recognized a number of ag leaders. Learn more about the 2025 honorees.