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“Eye of the Storm” panel investigating labor rule added to NCAE labor forum
A new session has been added to the 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. Read about how the forum is to tackle the DOL’s Interim Final Rule.
Corteva to split seed and crop protection businesses in 2026
Corteva will separate its seed and crop protection businesses in 2026 to better serve farmers. Learn how the move will impact growers.
USDA, Labor department investigating high farm input costs
The USDA is investigating high farm input costs. Learn what USDA and the Justice Department are doing about high grower costs.
GLEXPO Michigan Apple Cider Contest returns
The Michigan Apple Cider Contest returns to GLEXPO. Read about the contest and how it promotes Michigan cider.
Michigan Apple Committee hosts virtual orchard tour
The Michigan Apple Committee hosted a virtual orchard tour. Read what 20,000 grade school students learned about apple growing.
NCAE opens registration for 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum
Registration has opened for the 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. Read more about how the event can help ag employers deal with labor headaches.
New methyl bromide alternative fumigation treatment approved
The EPA has approved a methyl bromide alternative fumigation treatment. Read how the crop protectant benefits fruit and vegetable growers.
Bountiful year pegged for pears
Pear Bureau Northwest is forecasting a large pear harvest. Read USA Pears’ insights on how larger yields will shape the fall Pacific Northwest harvest.
IFPA announces 2026 board of directors
The IFPA has appointed its 2026 board of directors. Read more about who has been named to lead the organization.
South Africa opens for U.S. fresh blueberries
The South Africa market has opened for U.S. blueberries. Read more about the change that will benefit fresh blueberries
Industry groups welcome USDA farm labor survey ending
The USDA farm labor survey is being discontinued. Read how leading ag groups think about the survey’s ending will help the industry.
Michigan Apples’ 10 years of handing apples to Chicago Marathon runners
For a decade, Michigan Apples has handed Chicago Marathon runners apples. Read more about the fruit group’s race sponsorship.
National ag groups applaud AEWR decision
National ag groups are applauding a court’s AEWR decision. Read how the AEWR Methodology rule change affects growers.
New York Apple Association names new board chairman
The New York Apple Association has chosen its new chairman of the board. Read more about the group’s grower leader.
Tessenderlo Kerley breaks ground on new fertilizer facility
Tessenderlo Kerley has opened a new fertilizer plant. Learn more about the Ohio operation.
San Joaquin Valley Grape Day shows growers solutions
A recent San Joaquin Valley Grape Day was held. Read what pest and disease solutions were offered to growers.
Cultivating the Future: Cal Poly Strawberry field day showcases innovation, sustainability
The Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day attracted growers. Learn about the strawberry research the event highlighted.
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips has been honored. Read more about the vegetable agent receiving the distinguished service award.
Washington State Tree Fruit Association predicts record Washington apple crop
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association has released its 2025 apple forecast. Learn how many fresh apples the leading apple state is forecast to produce.
Michigan apple growers to harvest 30 million bushels in 2025
Michigan’s apple forecast has been released. Read how many bushels growers expect to harvest.