Category: Vegetables
AI takes root: What’s the deal with decision support tools for specialty crop farmers?
A look at Gen AI platforms reveals promise and limitations. Explore where AI can support you — and where expert insight still matters most.
Farm Bureau study: H‐2A use hits record levels
The latest ag labor data highlights ongoing challenges in finding domestic workers. Get updated insights into H-2 program usage.
USDA gives vegetable growers until April 24 to report 2025 acreage
Farmers must report 2025 planted acres to qualify for ASCF relief. Be sure you don’t miss the April 24 deadline.
Ellijay Mushrooms: Growing community in North Georgia’s hill country
From IT to chief mushroom officer, Howard Beck and his team are making magic and shaping lives. Read on for Ellijay’s origin story.
AI harvesting tool launched for CEA pepper growers
Source.ag says its model cuts forecast errors by 50%, giving growers, labor managers and sales teams a reliable weekly picture of what’s coming on.
Agrivoltaics in action: Iowa State research uncovers best crops for solar
New data shows yield gains for select vegetable crops grown in solar installations. Learn more about this cutting-edge production system.
All about high tunnels: On-farm abiotic conditions research
Understanding temperature swings, humidity and shoulder-season gains in high tunnel production. Read on for best practices.
Mesotunnels and muskmelons: optimization of organic row covers
A research-based deep dive into using mesotunnels to optimize row covers in sustainable ag and certified organic systems.
Dicamba is back: What specialty crop growers need to do now
Dicamba drift is once again a concern for Midwest fruit and specialty crop growers. Find out how to protect your operation this season.
UF scientists advance lettuce breeding to combat disease, heat stress
Researchers are developing disease-resistant lettuce to combat heat and crop losses. Learn how new varieties could impact your operation.
Feeding the Economy report highlights $10.4T impact of U.S. ag
The 2026 Feeding the Economy report shows how the U.S. food and ag sector drives a $10.4T economy. Explore key report insights now.
Farm Bureau, 54 farm groups request grower support amid rising costs
Advocacy groups warn of mounting financial strain and urge federal action. Read the full letter and learn what it requests for specialty crop growers.
Vidalia Onion pack season kicks off Apr. 13 in Georgia
Vidalia onions are hand-harvested and packed after the official pack date. Get more details on the annual announcement.
Remembering Dave Smith: Longtime Michigan Vegetable Council director and farmer
Learn about his contributions to his fellow Wolverine State growers and the state’s vegetable sector.
State, USDA grant programs open for new farmers and threat prevention
State and federal grant programs offer funding for farmer training and ag risk mitigation. Learn how to apply and access available resources.
Middle East trade tensions freeze California farm exports
Find out how rising tensions in the Middle East are delaying fresh produce shipments and disrupting markets.
Women in agriculture: Cultivating change
Learn more about three women leading farms and driving innovation
Fresh produce powers growth in $80 billion U.S. organic segment
Fresh produce continues to power the organic boom. See which categories — from berries to eggs — are driving the next wave of growth.
Growing fruit — and farmers — in Michigan
Learn how Northern Michigan’s Lakeview Hill Farm empowers its workforce and adapts its production practices to today’s realities.
Veg Connections: Perennial living mulch systems tested in organic sweet corn
Field research examines clover living mulches in the Northern Great Plains. Find out more.