Category: business

INDUSTRY NEWS | May 01, 2025

Farm Bureau warns of estate tax farm threat

Looming estate tax changes threaten family farms. Read the analysis and comments from the American Farm Bureau Federation.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 23, 2025

Washington winegrowers warn about proposed tax

A proposed WA wine tax hike could dramatically impact the state’s wineries. Find out what wine experts are saying about the proposal.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 16, 2025

Prospiant names Burk Metzger as president

Burk Metzger has been named president of Prospiant. Learn how Metzger plans to grow and strengthen the company’s performance.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 09, 2025

EFI simplifies worker certification program

Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has streamlined its workforce certification process. Learn how the change impacts growers and farmworkers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 08, 2025

USDA opens applications for FY 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs

USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service announced 2026 funding opportunities through four ag trade promotion programs. Get all the details now.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 03, 2025

Ag industry prepares for impact of new round of tariff turmoil

The agriculture industry is bracing for the impact of additional tariffs unveiled April 2. Read more about the potential fallout for growers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 03, 2025

Legislation aims to ease path to land access for young growers

Proposed legislation aims to help young farmers and ranchers access farmland. Learn more about the details included in the legislation.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 01, 2025

NCAE urges USDA to investigate undisbursed funds to farmers

The NCAE is urging the USDA to release funds designated to aid farmers. Read how the undisbursed funds are putting a strain on farmers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Mar 26, 2025

Nutrien Ag Solutions opens new facility at Champaign Innovation Farm

Nutrien Ag Solutions has opened a new facility at its Innovation Farm. Discover how this hub will advance research and tech for growers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Mar 24, 2025

Ventura VINE Connect field day set

The VINE Connect Field Day will offer opportunities to explore innovative ag-tech solutions for farm challenges. Learn more and register now.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Mar 20, 2025

Agritourism operators sought for national survey

The University of Vermont (UVM) is conducting a national survey to identify opportunities to support agritourism operators. Learn more now.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Mar 19, 2025

Leadership changes at Sakata Seed America

Seed supplier Sakata Seed America has announced an executive leadership transition. Learn more about the new president and CEO, Ed Flores.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Mar 17, 2025

NCAE launches search for new president and CEO

The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is looking for an ag labor expert to serve as the organization’s new president and CEO.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Mar 06, 2025

Fruits among list of U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs

A long list of fruits and vegetables are among U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs. Get more details on impacted goods.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jan 13, 2025

Contested filing requirement reinstated with Jan. 13 deadline

After a court ruling reinstated a contested filing requirement, businesses owners face a Jan. 13 deadline to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

Fruit Growers News | October 2024

Juice processing, berry fertilization and new crop nutrition techniques highlighted at Great Lakes EXPO

Zilfina Rubio Ames and Olga Padilla-Zakour will present insights on blueberry fertilization and Concord grape juice cold-press techniques.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 18, 2024

Farm Bureau: farmers could unknowingly face federal fines, jail

The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is warning that growers could unknowingly face fines and jail time for not filing federal forms.

Fruit Growers News | October 2024

Common marketing mistakes can hinder success

We want to make sure we are making the most of our marketing efforts, but there are several common mistakes that can hinder success.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 24, 2024

IFPA Policy Retreat sets advocacy agenda for 2025 amid key industry challenges

The International Fresh Produce Association hosted a Policy Retreat, focused on shaping the advocacy agenda for 2025.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 22, 2024

ZAG offers 50 free reports at Global Produce and Floral Show

ZAG Technical Services will offer up to a total of 50 free Cyber Insights Reports at the Global Produce and Floral Show in Atlanta, Georgia.

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