Associations
IFPA supports continuation of WIC funds in SNAP
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) launched its largest-ever ad campaign in support of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The launch coincided with the WIC National Day of Action,... more »
Texas Produce Hall of Fame to induct growers
The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) plans to induct five individuals into the Texas Produce Hall of Fame. Scheduled for January 29 at the Mission Events Center in Mission, Texas, the event recognizes outstanding leaders... more »
Leadership duo managing organic group
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has appointed a new leadership team. Co-CEOs Tom Chapman and Matthew Dillon will lead the organization based in Washington, D.C. Reflecting the expanding vision of the trade association and the... more »
IFPA cites 10 key 2023 impacts
Advancing the health of consumers, the produce and floral industries, and the planet are at the heart of 10 key 2023 impacts from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), an international association. “We do... more »
Georgia seeks answers on H-2A wages
Growers in Georgia who employ workers through the H-2A temporary visa program are paying 21% more than 14 months ago, and the state’s attorney general is joining growers in protesting what they say is a... more »
NCAE seeks nominations for farmworker, housing awards
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is searching for members who represent the “best of the best in the agriculture community.” At its annual meeting in February, the group is again presenting the Doing... more »
Podcast focuses on farmworker health
The National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH) has recorded a podcast with growers about making sure workers have proper health care access, and how it benefits employee and employer. The NCFW podcast features a discussion... more »
Michigan Vegetable Council’s proactive approach
As the Michigan Vegetable Council’s (MVC) president, Matt McCallum is delivering a new focus on research and advocacy for the Wolverine State’s vegetable industry. McCallum, owner of Great American Media Services, which publishes Vegetable Growers... more »
NCAE asks labor department to change H-2A wage rate system
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is petitioning Acting Department of Labor Secretary Julie Su to amend the regulatory methodology for determining adverse effect wage rates (AEWR) for H-2A workers. Michael Marsh, president and... more »
Michigan Vegetable Council honors Main Farms, Rebecca Grumet
The Michigan Vegetable Council has chosen Main Farms, Six Lakes, as the recipient of the Master Farmer Award and Dr. Rebecca Grumet as the Master Farmer Associate Award honoree for 2023. The Main family and... more »