Agriculture
Producers, suppliers may be on an accelerated deadline with FSMA 204 compliance
A new U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule requiring additional traceability records for certain foods goes into effect in January 2026, but the deadline for compliance may become a reality even sooner. The FDA’s... more »
U.S. land prices stable with regional shifts’ opportunities, risks
Despite land values reported as stable nationally, regional shifts are creating new opportunities and risks while nationally. A new report reveals national stability in the price of land but at the same time, the market... more »
Neolithics introduces AI produce inspection for vegetable growers
Neolithics has launched an AI-based produce inspection service designed to benefit vegetable growers by providing rapid, non-destructive assessments. The technology offers minute-by-minute results on the quality, ripeness and internal condition of produce, helping growers and... more »
Ladies to take center stage at IFPA Global Produce show
Female leadership will be a big focus at this fall’s International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Global Produce & Floral Show. The show, scheduled for Oct. 17-19 in Atlanta, will attempt to dismantle myths about female... more »
Explore cutting-edge practices, specialty crop research and more at the Great Lakes EXPO
The Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO and Michigan Greenhouse Growers EXPO provide ample opportunities to connect with key decision-makers on the show floor. This three-day event features over 70 educational sessions and... more »
CDFA’s Pest Exclusion Branch is seeking applicants to fill vacancy on Seed Advisory Board
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Pest Exclusion Branch is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on its Seed Advisory Board. The board includes seven members who are seed labelers and two members... more »
Michigan ag industry mourns the passing of Michael Salisbury
Michael H. Salisbury, a prominent figure in Michigan agricultural economics, has died. Salisbury died Aug. 18, at the age of 78. Born in Albion, Michigan, Salisbury earned his degrees from Utah State University before serving... more »
Growers named to head Georgia commodity commissions
Growers have been appointed to lead Georgia’s Agricultural Commodity Commissions. Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper made the appointments, which include vegetables as well as apples, blueberries, peaches, pecans and wine and grapes . The following... more »
Grasshopper infestation threatens Northern California crops, experts urge early action
Grasshoppers are wreaking havoc on crops across Northern California, marking the fifth consecutive year of severe infestations. Modoc County, located in the state's northeastern corner, has been particularly hard-hit, with farmers reporting extensive damage to... more »
New Jersey Farmers Market Week highlights peak vegetable season
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn recently visited the Ocean City Farmers Market to kick off the 25th Annual National Farmers Market Week, running Aug. 4-10. The week is to spotlight local markets during... more »