Category: legislation
USMCA enters annual review period after U.S. declines 16-year extension
The U.S. declined to extend the USMCA for another 16 years, triggering annual reviews while the agreement remains in force. Here’s what fruit and vegetable growers should know.
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.
House passes farm bill by 224-200 vote; fight awaits in Senate
A day after negotiations stalled over issues including a fuel fracas, the U.S. House passed its farm bill by a 224-200 vote.
Rollins targets high input costs as USDA, DOJ investigate fertilizer companies
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins is pressing for relief while investigators examine potential price collusion. See what changes lie ahead.
2025 USDA bridge payment applications due Friday, farm bill advances
The deadline to report 2025 acreage for USDA bridge payments to producers of specialty crops and sugar is March 13. Learn more.
House committee approves farm bill with specialty crop focus
The U.S. House Agriculture Committee expects to mark up a farm bill draft following a weather-related delay. Learn more details.
Florida passes new Farm Bill: How it impacts specialty crop growers
The Florida Legislature advances a new farm bill affecting land use, equipment and safety rules. See what it means for growers.
Ag Wage Reform Coalition petitions Congress for farm wage stability
Farm groups urge Congress to codify the AEWR interim rule and provide wage stability. Learn what permanent reform could mean for growers.
House agriculture leaders advance farm bill draft with new support for vegetable growers
A draft farm bill has emerged from the House Agriculture Committee. See what the proposal means for your farm and follow the February 23 markup for updates.
USDA announces $1B aid package for vegetable growers
Fresh-market and processing vegetables are eligible for government aid payments. Verify your crops and submit acreage reports now.
Specialty crop groups join coalition to preserve USMCA, strengthen ag trade
Farm and produce groups have formed an advocacy coalition ahead of the 2026 USMCA trade agreement review. Find out what renewal may mean for your bottom line.
New on-demand webinar explores labor challenges and opportunities for growers
Watch the webinar to hear directly from industry experts and gain insight to help guide labor planning for the seasons ahead.
Specialty crop leaders sound alarm on $100B farm losses, seek $5B in support
Learn why a coalition of 56 farm and specialty crop organizations is urging Congress to address the growing economic crisis in rural America.
Report: $15 billion grower aid payments being discussed
Find out where the current specialty crop grower aid situation stands and who is working to get payments to farmers.
Farm groups rally for specialty crop relief in 2026
Ag leaders are calling for more specialty crop grower relief in 2026. Learn how they are making the case for expanding direct payments.
North Dakota farmer Barry Vculek takes the reins at National Onion Association
Barry Vculek is the National Onion Association’s president for the 2026–2028 term. Get familiar with the industry leader.
California farmers face new regulations in 2026 from agritourism to wages
A handful of new regulations will affect farms throughout the Golden State. Find out what’s changing from wages to immigration enforcement.
2026 vegetable industry outlook: How labor, technology and trade will shape the year ahead
The year ahead will challenge growers across multiple fronts. Learn how growers are investing in tech, pushing labor reform and adding value.
USDA bridge payment details released: specialty crops on hold
USDA farmer bridge payment assistance rates are out. Find out how much each crop is getting and when specialty crop growers will receive help.