Category: crop-production
Diversification aids Michigan’s Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill grows apples, vegetables and strawberries. Learn how the willingness to diversify helped it succeed for 80 years.
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.
New administration brings ag policy changes
The Trump administration has brought big changes to U.S. agriculture. Learn more about the potential impacts of these policies on ag labor.
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.
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.
U.S. growers face mounting labor challenges — share your insights with FGN
Farm labor shortages are growing — how are you adapting? Share your insights in FGN’s 2025 Labor Survey for a chance to win a $50 gift card
Mark Evans leads Michigan fruit growers with focus on education and research
Mark Evans advances Midwest fruit orchard management through MSHS leadership, grower education, research support and farm innovation.
Cattail Organics grows community through organic fruit production
Cattail Organics thrives through organic fruit production, soil health innovation and sustainable farming in Wisconsin’s short growing season.
Michigan coalition challenges AEWR increases: H-2A labor compliance fruit growers
Michigan growers warn rising AEWR threatens fruit and vegetable farmers. Discover how H-2A compliance impacts specialty crop producers.
Industry leaders focus on H-2A labor compliance for fruit growers under new administration
Industry leaders stress Farm Bill priorities, trade, and H-2A labor compliance for fruit growers as key issues under the new administration.
NCAE webinar to prepare ag industry for ICE raids
NCAE is hosting a webinar to help the ag community prepare for potential ICE raids. Learn more about the webinar and register today.
Matoian Brothers master grape cultivation best practices amid labor and pest challenges
Discover how the Matoian Brothers apply grape cultivation best practices to improve, quality and sustainability in California vineyards.
Ag Labor Review: How Trump’s cabinet picks could reshape ag workforce policy
Out with the old and in with the new. Explore how Trump’s cabinet appointees could shape farm labor policies.
H-2A labor rule challenge raises questions in federal courts
Growers press their H-2A labor rule challenge as courts question the DOL’s authority to enforce new Worker Protection regulations nationwide.
Stevenson’s Strawberries
Stevenson’s Strawberries is a popular Maine strawberry and pumpkin farms. Read how the farm’s owners want to continue the legacy in the next generation.
American Farm Bureau establishes 2025 policies
Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 106th convention on Jan 28 adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2025.
EFI seeking nominations for Farmworker of the Year award
The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) is working to recognize the skilled individuals who work tirelessly every day to bring fresh fruits and vegetables to Americans’ tables.
Ag Employer Labor Forum highlights labor, compliance, and legal battles
The Ag Employer Labor Forum drew 420 attendees for panels on H-2A rules, compliance, and strategies for agricultural labor in 2025.
Georgia association leader Charles Hall dies
Former executive director of the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) Charles Hall has died. Read more about his legacy.