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2026 Michigan asparagus harvest underway, consumer marketing push intensifies
Michigan asparagus harvest is underway as growers launch a statewide campaign to boost awareness and seasonal sales. Learn more today.
Report: China to boost U.S. ag purchases – and not just soybeans – following Trump trade talks
U.S. officials say China is expected to purchase billions of dollars in American agricultural products annually following new trade discussions between the two countries.
Michigan Agritourism debuts website to boost farm tourism
A new site is helping families, food lovers and tourists discover farms that welcome guests. Learn about Michigan Agritourism’s new website.
Maryland Extension: Spring scouting checklist for specialty crop growers
Learn what specialty crop growers should monitor now, including flea beetles, Colorado potato beetles, maggots and disease risks.
Think your good boy (or girl) is the best? Nominations open for 2027 Farm Dog of the Year
The competition recognizes farm dogs that support agricultural operations and includes cash prizes. Learn how to enter and review eligibility requirements.
Great Lakes Tek Flex highlights robotics, precision ag tech for specialty crop growers
Great Lakes Tek Flex will showcase robotics, drones and precision ag technology for specialty crop growers Sept. 10-11 in Michigan.
USDA’s April Outlook signals import, wholesale pricing challenges
USDA’s latest outlook shows higher vegetable production, softer prices and rising import pressure for U.S. vegetable growers. Read the full report.
Syngenta intros INSV-resistant romaine lettuce variety ‘Renegade’
Syngenta introduces Renegade, a romaine variety with resistance to INSV, expanding grower options for disease pressure in Salinas Valley.
146 Georgia counties now designated for drought aid
USDA added 20 Georgia counties to its drought disaster declaration, bringing the statewide total to 146 eligible counties. See the list of new counties added and contingent counties in the area.
Frost survey: Help PA Farm Bureau grasp April freeze impacts
Take Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s short farmer survey to help quantify the impact of April’s frost.
Onion farmers push for $3 to $5 import fee amid cost pressures
The National Onion Association is asking for protective tariffs on imported Mexican onions and water agreement enforcement.
Food is Medicine: growers explore edamame, ube as UF program expands crop diversity
A UF program is helping South Florida growers diversify into high-value, nutrient-dense ethnic crops. Learn how these crops can fit into your production system.
House passes farm bill by 224-200 vote; fight awaits in Senate
A day after negotiations stalled over issues including a fuel fracas, the U.S. House passed its farm bill by a 224-200 vote.
More time, more aid: USDA moves SDRP deadline to Aug. 12
Disaster relief payments for 2023–24 losses increase to 70% coverage. Growers are encouraged to check eligibility and submit or update applications by Aug. 12.
USDA opens $27.7M in grants for farmers markets, direct-to-consumer programs
Eligible operators and food businesses should review requirements and apply via Grants.gov by June 5, 2026.