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Cultivating the Future: Cal Poly Strawberry field day showcases innovation, sustainability
The Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day attracted growers. Learn about the strawberry research the event highlighted.
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips has been honored. Read more about the vegetable agent receiving the distinguished service award.
MBG Marketing CEO Brad Moorer dies
The head of MBG Marketing has died. Read more about Brad Moorer’s leadership of the berry cooperative.
FIRA USA ag robotics show to feature more tech
More tech will be featured at the FIRA USA ag robotics show. Learn what this year’s show is expected to bring to agtech.
Farm Bureau shares MAHA recommendations
The Farm Bureau has shared its MAHA recommendations. Discover more about the four focus areas, including enhancements to support farmers.
Collection of H-2A certification fees to be temporarily suspended
A temporary suspension of collection of H-2A certification fees will take effect Sept. 2. Learn why the fees are being suspended.
Blueberry assessment hike considered
The blueberry industry is debating increasing U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council assessments. Learn how higher fees could fortify marketing.
Senate committee to hear testimony on USDA reorganization plan
The Senate Agriculture Committee will hear from the No. 2 official at the USDA about the department’s reorganization plan. Learn more about the plan.
Texas Watermelon Association refreshes website
There’s a new look for Texas’ watermelon industry website. Read about the Texas Watermelon Association’s online makeover.
USDA ending Regional Food Business Centers program
The USDA is ending its Regional Food Business Centers program. Learn how this move impacts support for small farms and local food systems.
USDA opens $16 billion in disaster aid for farmers
Farmers with 2023–24 crop losses can apply for disaster aid through the USDA’s Supplemental Disaster Relief Program. Get more details now.
Johnny Barnes, North Carolina sweet potato grower, remembered
Johnny Barnes, a North Carolina sweet potato grower, has died. Read about his industry contributions.
Legislation would provide path to legal status for certain immigrants
The proposed Dignity Act of 2025 would offer legal status to certain undocumented immigrants. Learn about what’s at stake for ag labor and American employers.
Tomato Suspension Agreement ends
The Tomato Suspension Agreement has ended. Read what grower and industry groups are saying about the Mexican tomato agreement’s demise.
NCAE urges USDA to stop government grant abuse
A farmworker union is accused of abusing grants. Read more about the National Council of Agricultural Employers’ request for a USDA investigation.
USDA takes ‘bold action’ to ban Chinese farmland ownership, elevate farm security
The USDA has unveiled a bold plan to ban Chinese farmland ownership and boost food security. See how the move impacts U.S. agriculture.
Enza Zaden releases lettuce varieties with downy mildew resistance
Enza Zaden has released lettuce varieties with downy mildew resistance.Read more about how the varieties can help combat downy mildew.
USHBC surveying industry members
The USHBC wants to know what its members think. Read more about the survey that seeks blueberry industry stakeholder input.
Farm groups react to DOL H-2A final rule suspension
The DOL has suspended an H-2A worker protection rule. Read how industry groups are reacting to the change.
Labor Department suspends H-2A worker protection rule
The H-2A worker protection rule has been suspended. Read more about the Labor Department’s halting the contested H-2A worker protection rule.