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INDUSTRY NEWS | Dec 04, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Dec 03, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 25, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 20, 2025

Lipman’s national Days of Good November charitable efforts

Lipman’s Days of Good charitable effort is underway. Read more about the annual charitable event.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 19, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 19, 2025

USHBC names winners of first Blueberry Boost Accelerator Pitch Competition

The Blueberry Boost Accelerator pitch competition winners have been honored. Read about the blueberry products they created.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 18, 2025

Federal officials to speak at NCAE’s Ag Labor Forum

NCAE’s Ag Labor Forum has added two top federal speakers. Read who from DOL and USDA are planning to speak.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 18, 2025

End of an era: 2026 Farmers’ Almanac will be its last

A storied publication for farmers and home gardeners is closing its doors. Learn why and secure your piece of U.S. agriculture history.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 17, 2025

AgroFresh announces AI imaging and orchard analytics tie-ups with Aerobotics, Neolithics

AgroFresh is adding two innovative partners to its FreshCloud digital ecosystem. Learn who the partners are and what they bring to the table.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 14, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 13, 2025

Unlock spray drone best practices: Attend Great Lakes Expo’s Drones in Specialty Crops Symposium

Great Lakes Expo just added an all-day spray drone education session. Explore the meeting agenda and get registered.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 12, 2025

What are the biggest pests and diseases affecting you the most?

Growers are invited to participate in this year’s Vegetable Growers News pest and disease survey. Learn more on how your input can help other growers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 05, 2025

Labor Department to resume H-2A application processing

The U.S. Department of Labor has resumed processing H-2A and H-2B applications during the government shutdown. Learn more.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 03, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 31, 2025

NCAE ag labor forum sessions announced

The National Council of Agricultural Employers has announced its labor forum lineup. Read about what’s planned.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 29, 2025

Investigation to probe Chinese trade practices

A newly announced trade investigation will probe Chinese trade practices. Read more about the investigation in relation to the 2020 Phase One trade deal.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 20, 2025

Applications for USHBC blueberry leadership program now open

The USHBC has opened applicants for its blueberry leadership program. Read about the program and its recent graduating class of industry professionals.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 17, 2025

AEWR labor coalition recommends Washington lawmakers help growers

An ag labor group wants Washington to help growers. Learn what members of the AEWR Agricultural Labor Coalition are requesting from federal lawmakers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 15, 2025

U.S. ag exports harmed amid trade disputes, competition

U.S. ag exports are declining. Read how American ag is falling behind other countries.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 13, 2025

John Hollay named new president and CEO of National Council of Agricultural Employers

The National Council of Agricultural Employers has named John Hollay its next president and CEO. Read more about the transition.