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Florida drone camp inspires 4-H teens into agtech careers
A recent drone camp helped Florida high school students learn how to master drone use in agriculture and other industries.
SweetWater Technologies launches first drone franchise partners
SweetWater Technologies has launched its first group of independently-owned and operated franchises.
California organic growers to benefit from CCOF endowment
A California Certified Organic Farmers Foundation (CCOF) endowment has been created to help organic growers continue growing organically produced crops.
Modified Atmosphere Packaging aids efficiencies
Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) technology offers benefits to growers and packers in terms of bulk packaging, supply chain efficiencies and product quality.
Potato Late Blight confirmed in Michigan
Potato late blight has been confirmed in a commercial field in Michigan marking the first detection of the disease in the area this year.
FreshEdge expands Southwest presence, acquires Frontier Produce
FreshEdge, a U.S. fresh food distribution network, has acquired Frontier Produce, a distributor based in Oklahoma.
Boyce Thompson Institute to celebrate 100th year
A Cornell-affiliated organization that promotes plant science research is celebrating its 100th birthday through a symposium.
New growers elected to Wisconsin Potato Industry Board
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has elected three new board members.
Atticus welcomes new senior business director
Ty Ferraro, the new senior business director, is a welcome addition to Atticus’ team.
Autonomous machines may change farming
Autonomous machines could transform crop farming.
ISAP’s Risk Management Conference set for August
The biennial Risk Management Conference hosted by The Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership (ISAP) will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Berry groups to meet in Hawaii
Two berry growers groups plan to hold their annual meeting in Hawaii.
Texas launches applications for Organic Certification Cost Share Program
TDA has launched the application process or the National Organic Certification Cost Share Program.
Female growers to be recognized in 2026 International Year of the Woman Farmer
The USDA is releasing how it plans to celebrate, support and promote female growers through the 2026 as International Year of the Woman Farmer.
Changes proposed for fresh produce import inspection fees
Changes are coming to imported produce fees.
New tech geared to help with crop input, farm management
Ag Assistant, a new AI-powered agronomic engine, was launched and it is designed to assist growers with crop input and farm management.
Despite working in deadly heat, study shows migrant workers keep Americans fed
H-2A workers survive extreme heat. Read about a new study that shows migrant workers remain dedicated to harvesting the crops that feed Americans.
New John Deere utility vehicles to aid efficiencies
Equipment manufacturer John Deere has released two utility vehicles that are designed to improve grower efficiencies.
Iowa Corn releases newly elected board members
The Iowa Corn announced the board of directors election results for the Iowa Corn Growers Association and Iowa Corn Promotion Board.
New IFPA global industry relations staffer added
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has made a staff addition.