Regulations
Farm Bureau warns farmers could face federal fines, jail
Time is ending for thousands of farmers who may face steep fines and possible jail time for failing to file their businesses with the federal government, according to a news release from the Washington, D.C.-based... more »
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance urges congressional action
Congressional lawmakers are hearing from the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) about the importance of supporting of specialty crop growers in the farm bill. The Washington, D.C.-based organization wrote the following in response to... more »
Experts urge produce distributors to prepare for FSMA 204 compliance now
The Produce Distributors Association (PDA) recently held a webinar in which food safety experts urged produce distributors to act now to meet the new traceability requirements under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) 204 by... more »
Disaster assistance for Hurricane Helene recovery offered by USDA
Hurricane Helene recovery disaster assistance is available from the USDA. The USDA is offering assistance to growers who sustained losses from Hurricane Helene, which ravaged the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. The Georgia Fruit & Vegetable Association... more »
IFPA Policy Retreat prepares industry advocacy for 2025 challenges
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) convened a Policy Retreat this month, gathering members of its U.S. Government Relations Council and Political Advisory Committee to lay the groundwork for its 2025 advocacy efforts. The event,... more »
Editor’s Letter: Food safety, harvest and a new focus are all in the forefront
Welcome to Vegetable Growers News' (VGN) food safety issue. With harvest over or ending for many growers, VGN examines steps growers are taking to ensure the safety of the crops they plant, grow and harvest.... more »
Strengthening Organic Systems helps growers, industry follow new organic rules
Growers are adapting to the Strengthening Organic Enforcement program (SOE) rules, which regulate how organic items are produced, handled and sold. Mandated by the 2018 Farm Bill and a response to industry requests for updates... more »
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 »
H-2A regulations subject of farm labor groups lawsuit
A group of growers and farm advocacy groups is challenging new H-2A rules in the courts. The Worker and Farmer Labor Association (WAFLA), the National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE), other farm and labor groups... more »
Presidential candidates provide positions to American Farm Bureau
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has queried Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump on their priorities for American agriculture. Farm Bureau asked the Democratic and Republican presidential nominees to respond with... more »
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