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How to apply: specialty crop growers can tap into $100M+ in USDA grants
Apply through your state department of agriculture or Grants.gov before the June 8 and October 2026 deadlines.
Survey: U.S. fertilizer situation messy as low availability, high prices deliver big blow to farmer pockets
Nearly six in 10 farmers report worsening finances, reflecting rising fertilizer and fuel costs during spring planting. See the latest data.
New hire: Sym-Agro taps Adam Cholakian to lead Southern California sales
Learn how Sym-Agro is strengthening its sales team and advancing sustainable crop solutions in California.
Michigan farm leader Andrea Herrygers named MACMA general manager
Read more about this leadership change and what it means for Michigan vegetable farmers and apple growers.
Future-proofing specialty crops: Penn State advances strategies for climate resilience
Vegetable crops face mounting climate stress. Learn how researchers develop innovations in breeding and tech to protect yields and quality.
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.
Agritourism is trending: But does it fit for your farm?
Agritourism boosts farm income and foot traffic, but it also brings new risks and demands. Review key questions before getting started.
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.
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.
Registration open for MSU Extension’s Agritourism Summit, Tour
The 2026 event brings farmers, business owners, community leaders and tourism professionals together. See the agenda and get registered.
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.
OPN: Organic gains major market share as retailers expand assortments
Organic produce sales grew significantly faster than conventional. Download the full report to see where opportunities lie.
Rollins targets high input costs as USDA, DOJ investigate fertilizer companies
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins is pressing for relief while investigators examine potential price collusion. See what changes lie ahead.
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.
Ag labor alert: April NCAE webinar on Interim Final Rule changes
Learn how new labor rules impact your operation. Register for this free webinar to get practical compliance tips and expert insights.
Take VGN’s 2026 Labor Survey
VGN has launched its 2026 Ag Labor Survey to track workforce trends and challenges. Take the survey and share your farm’s labor experience.
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.
Western water projects receive $889M boost under federal infrastructure funding
The investments target irrigation canals, storage and delivery systems. Read more on how the funding will impact agriculture and communities.