Category: crop-production
NCAE advocates to cut red tape crippling ag
NCAE urges the DOJ to eliminate harmful regulations hurting U.S. agriculture. Learn which rules they say are crushing farmers.
Soaring AEWR costs: Adverse Effect Wage Rates harming growers
Adverse Effect Wage Rates are exploding. Read how the increases are harming growers and what states have the highest rates.
Apple woes: Trade wars, costs jeopardize apple growers
Trouble in the orchard. Read how costs and tariffs are harming apple growers.
H-2A hiring strategies support Bellair Farms
H-2A labor support from másLabor brought stability to Bellair Farm. Learn how smart hiring builds a reliable, professional farm workforce.
AgTech firm innov8.ag buys ag labor tracking firm
AgTech company innov8.ag has acquired 2nd Sight Bioscience. Learn how the move will help specialty crop growers improve labor efficiencies.
Bridging the political divide
Politics were different in the past. Learn how one political leader helped shape immigration policy by reaching across the aisle.
Cherry grower Cherry Ke promotes specialty ag through social media
Talon Felker grows cherries in the “Cherry Capital of the World.” Learn about the social media influencer’s mission to promote Michigan specialty crops.
UF/IFAS to host stone fruit field day
UF/IFAS’ stone fruit field day will cover new techniques and insights for commercial growers. Get more details about the May 7 event.
Farm market challenges: Labor, input costs drive farm market pricing
Inflation, inputs and labor press farm markets. Learn about the challenges facing farm market operators in this year’s Farm Market Survey.
Preparing for labor policy changes
Challenges surrounding labor are growing more complex. Learn more about how growers can navigate the shifting ag labor landscape.
Trump suggests legal pathway for undocumented farmworkers amid deportation push
Trump has suggested a legal path for undocumented farmworkers who leave and reenter the U.S. Get more details on his comments.
EFI simplifies worker certification program
Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has streamlined its workforce certification process. Learn how the change impacts growers and farmworkers.
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.
