Category: legislation
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.
H-2A wages: market vs. mandate
Ag is paying for a worker pay social program. Read how a previous presidential administration’s policies harmed farms.
USDA head Rollins teases farmer aid ‘bridge payments’ announcement next week
An effort is underway to provide short term “bridge” assistance payments to farmers. Find out if specialty crop growers are included.
Shifting labor landscape: Actions spark optimism for long-term reform
The labor landscape is changing. Read how recent court actions have ignited optimism for long-term reform.
USDA delivers second stage of crop disaster assistance
The USDA has delivered more crop disaster assistance. Read more about what’s offered to help growers.
Lawmakers bring forth specialty crop trade fairness act in U.S. Senate
Learn about a proposed bill that creates a specialty crop trade fairness working group, provides feedback to USDA Secretary Rollins.
Report: Up to $12 billion in aid for US farmers could be available
Farmers could receive up to $12 billion in aid after the government shutdown ends. Read more to see how growers may benefit from this relief.