Category: Farm Management
Georgia officials warn farmers about online farm equipment scams
Buyers should first verify online equipment sellers are legitimate after reports surface of sophisticated scams that impersonate legitimate dealerships and steal payments.
Specialty crop growers adapt harvests, crop protection during extreme heat
Fruit and vegetable growers are adjusting harvest schedules, protecting workers and investing in heat-mitigation strategies as prolonged periods of extreme weather challenge specialty crop production.
The leadership gap in specialty crop farming: Meet the program working to close it
Find out about a program helping farm supervisors learn to lead people, not just manage harvests and operations.
Okanagan Specialty Fruits CEO Neal Carter buys back orchard he founded
The biotechnology fruit company enters a new chapter focused on innovation, sustainability and industry growth.
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.
USDA funds $9M orchard removal program amid California peach industry crisis
USDA will provide up to $9M to remove over 400K clingstone peach trees in California, helping growers after Del Monte’s cannery closure.
MSU: grower’s guide for pollinator health during fruit tree bloom
Minimize pesticide exposure and support bee health with targeted stewardship practices. See what changes can have the biggest impact.
Dicamba is back: What specialty crop growers need to do now
Dicamba drift is once again a concern for Midwest fruit and specialty crop growers. Find out how to protect your operation this season.
Deadline extended: Growers get more time to report 2025 acres
USDA’s reopened reporting window gives farmers another chance to qualify for aid. Submit accurate acreage data before April 24.
Inside CMI Orchards’ climate-positive tree fruit production strategy
Learn how CMI Orchards blends family farming, advanced technology and regenerative agriculture to deliver high-quality fruit while reducing environmental impact.
AI takes root: What’s the deal with decision support tools for specialty crop farmers?
A look at Gen AI platforms reveals promise and limitations. Explore where AI can support you — and where expert insight still matters most.
MSU Extension guidance for navigating volatile input markets
As growers finalize input buys, Michigan State experts share practical strategies to help protect margins this season.
Powerful partnership: How Jamaica’s H-2 workers weathered the Hurricane Melissa storm
Learn how a devastating natural disaster demonstrated the teamwork that powers the H-2 program partnership between Jamaica and U.S. farmers.
California farms face new rules in 2026, from wages to waste disposal
A handful of new regulations will affect farms throughout the Golden State. Find out what’s changing from wages to immigration enforcement.
EFI simplifies worker certification program
Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has streamlined its workforce certification process. Learn how the change impacts growers and farmworkers.
MSU recognizes ag leaders
MSU’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) has recognized a number of ag leaders. Learn more about the 2025 honorees.