Category: Marketing
USDA opens $27.7M in grants for farmers markets, direct-to-consumer programs
Eligible operators and food businesses should review requirements and apply via Grants.gov by June 5, 2026.
Farm Market & Agritourism: 7 smart strategies to flip your market into a customer magnet
Attention to detail can pay off with increased foot traffic and higher sales. Learn practical tips to drive engagement at your market.
Meet the 2026 U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council board members, new chair
A new slate from across the blueberry supply chain has been appointed to three-year terms. Find out who will help drive industry priorities.
How to apply: specialty crop growers can tap into $100M+ in USDA grants
Apply through your state department of agriculture or Grants.gov before the June 8 and October 2026 deadlines.
Agritourism is trending: But does it fit for your farm?
Agritourism boosts farm income and foot traffic, but it also brings new risks and demands. Review key questions before getting started.
OPN: Organic sales hit $10.6B, growing 5x faster than conventional
Organic produce sales grew significantly faster than conventional. Download the full report to see where opportunities lie.
Farm Market & Agritourism: Target marketing to reach your audience
Learn best practices for turning customer insights into action at your farm market or agritourism operation.
March USApple Tracker: Holdings high, fresh stocks down
See what the latest storage numbers and varietal trends mean for growers and marketers as the 2025-26 season progresses.
$26.8M in USDA grants aims to strengthen farmers markets nationwide
Federal funding boost will support farmers markets, agritourism and local food distribution. See how the programs help grow sales.
Price spreads explained: What USDA’s 2024 farm-to-retail data means for specialty crop growers
New USDA data shows where produce dollars go from field to shelf. See what crops return the most to growers and capture more value.
Eric Patrick tapped to head WSFC, strengthen northwest cherry and pear brands
The Washington State Fruit Commission has named its next leader. Learn more about his background as he takes office on March 2.
Farm Market & Agritourism: finding and keeping your CSA members
Learn strategies from one expert on how to bring in and retain farm market CSA customers to help grow farm profits.
Michigan Agritourism Convention marks 20th anniversary with education, farm tours
Michigan’s 20th Agritourism Convention in Frankenmuth will feature farm tours, workshops and expert speakers. Get details on the event now.
Take FGN’s 2026 Farm Market Pricing Survey
Fruit Growers News is collecting pricing data for fruits, vegetables, baked goods and more. Take the 2026 Farm Market Pricing Survey now!
Strategies to attract today’s farm market shoppers
Learn practical strategies that can help you understand your farm market customers and what they will buy before you grow.
Agritourism, organic and tech: 6 key themes from the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO
The specialty crop world held its annual get together in Michigan. Find out what growers, researchers and industry pros saw at the show.
Blueberry legacy: Tawas Blueberry Farm remains a staple of its community
Tawas Blueberry Farm grows blueberries along Lake Huron. Read how the grower has experienced success with u-pick operations.
USHBC names winners of first Blueberry Boost Accelerator Pitch Competition
The Blueberry Boost Accelerator pitch competition winners have been honored. Read about the blueberry products they created.
New MSHS leader follows father’s tree fruit leadership
There’s a new MSHS leader. Read more about Kyle Weber of MM Farms’ tree fruit leadership