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Protecting the plate: Why sound science must guide nation’s health policy
The recent release of the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) Commission report, led by Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert Kennedy, Jr., has generated considerable discussion across U.S. food and agriculture sectors.... more »
Golden Stock Farms’ asparagus success
Growing asparagus is notoriously challenging, but that hasn’t stopped Golden Stock Farms. Located on the west side of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, the fourth-generation family farm has found success cultivating the crop in Oceana County, one... more »
New methyl bromide alternative fumigation treatment approved
The International Treatment Solutions Group (INTRESO) has received Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration for eFUME, a methyl bromide alternative fumigation treatment. Suited to a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, grains and cut flowers, the trademarked... more »
Organic Grower: AC Foods’ sustainable organic betterful Blues
The mission of AC Foods is to expand access to healthy food through better farming, with a focus on regenerative agriculture, responsible land stewardship and supporting local communities where it grows and operates. “We are... more »
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension vegetable specialist Benjamin Phillips received the distinguished service award from the National Association of County Agriculture Agents (NACAA). The award was presented during NACAA’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement... more »
Exploring the possibility of growing scotch bonnet peppers in the Midwest
During a family vacation in Jamaica, we fell in love with the food, spices and condiments that go with the cuisine. Back in the mainland U.S., I said to my wife that Scotch Bonnet peppers... more »
Senate committee budget proposals would increase specialty crop funding
The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has released legislative text detailing proposals for a massive budget reconciliation package that dials back some House-approved changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The... more »
Bedner Growers: Popular South Florida agritourism, farm market destination
Agritourism and farm markets have helped Bedner Growers survive and expand as a South Florida vegetable growing operation in its fifth generation. Based in Boynton Beach, Florida, the Bedners grow a variety of vegetables, including... more »
Wish Farms making a difference with berries
Wish Farms, based in Plant City, Florida, is an international berry grower, shipper and marketer, with its fourth generation actively engaged in its everyday operations. The multi-generational family business traces its roots to 1922. Founded... more »
Crop bed changes boost Florida farms water efficiencies
Lipman Family Farms wanted to mitigate flood risk associated with heavy rain on their 2,000-acre farm in Naples. As general manager, Lucas Conran helps oversee seven farming operations for Lipman in Florida and other states... more »
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Veg Connections: Cellulose mulch shows promise for sustainable agriculture
GLEXPO: Unlocking farm profitability
FIRA USA robotics conference to bring more grower tech involvement
Golden Stock Farms’ asparagus success
Organic Grower: AC Foods’ sustainable organic betterful Blues
Farm Market & Agritourism: Top fresh food marketing trends for 2025
Ag Labor Review: ICE field raids harm growers, workers
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