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Agritourism to value-added: 5 takeaways from the 2026 Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference
Attendees explored organic systems, value-added products, agritourism models and emerging technologies. Read on for takeaways from the show.
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.
Organic certification gains traction amid tighter margins and rising import competition
Organic demand is growing, but certification takes planning. Learn the steps and support programs available to growers considering organic.
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.
Southeast Michigan vegetable and field crop winter meeting set for Feb. 4 in Dundee
The winter meeting offers a chance to gain research-based insights, earn credits and connect with MSU experts. Learn more and get registered.
New USDA dietary guidelines reset federal nutrition policy
USDA’s new federal nutrition policy emphasizes protein, dairy and fresh fruits and vegetables. Read the new guidelines for a healthy diet.
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.
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.
Bravo! G&R Farms brings national sustainability award home to Georgia
A Georgia onion grower took home a national award for its sustainability efforts. Find out why G&R Farms won the award.
2025 USDA vegetable crop report: Record yields, lower prices and mixed markets
USDA released its 2025 December vegetable crop report. Check it out to get a snapshot of where several crops stand heading into 2026.
2025 Almond Conference highlights: Innovation, leadership and key industry shifts
The 2025 Almond Conference showcased innovation, leadership and key industry updates. Read the full recap for more details.
Knock out root-knot nematodes: BASF | Nunhems launch Percyst carrot variety
A new carrot seed variety from BASF | Nunhems promises stepped up root-knot nematode protection. Learn more about the launch now.
Labor, smart farming tech, and agrivoltaics: 6 takeaways from Great Lakes EXPO 2025
We spent a week in Grand Rapids at the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO. Find out what we learned during our time at the show.
Deeper dive: Michigan farms create 26,400 jobs and $5.39 billion in economic impact
A new study shows the importance of Michigan’s specialty crop industry to the state’s economy. Find out just how impactful the sector is.
Study: Michigan vegetable farming, processing drive major growth in state economy
A new study highlights the massive contribution vegetable farming and processing make to Michigan’s economy. Find out what’s in the report.
Produce leader bemoans Mexican import impacts, requests seasonal safeguards
The president of the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association is speaking out on the impact of Mexican produce imports. Find out what he said.
New Syngenta foliar insecticides garner EPA approval
A new Syngenta insecticide 12 years in the making has cleared another regulatory hurdle. Learn which crops it’s labeled for use on.
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.
Labor groups sue Trump administration to reverse H-2A wage cuts
Find out why ag labor advocacy groups and 17 farm workers are suing the Trump administration to reverse a recent ruling.