agriculture
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). On Dec. 23, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth... more »
Farm Bureau upset with congressional lack of action
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is upset about lack of congressional action to help farmers. In a Dec. 14 news releases, the Washington, D.C.-based AFBF expressed disappointment that Congress appears to be turning “a... more »
Michigan State Extension releases strategic direction plan
Michigan State University Extension is updating and redefining its role. In early December, MSU released a newly completed 2024 Strategic Direction Plan for Extension, the community outreach arm of the university. Guided by extensive input... more »
Farm Bureau applauds court-ordered pause in federal filing requirements
A federal court’s halting of a federal business filing requirement that could have jeopardized growers through fines and imprisonment is being applauded by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). A federal court in the Eastern... more »
Produce Distributors Association’s annual meeting set during New York Produce Show
A re-energized produce distribution trade group plans to hold its yearly meeting at the Big Apple. The Produce Distributors Association (PDA) plans to host its annual meeting during the New York Produce Show (NYPS). The... more »
Fresh Views: A Team approach to plant disease management
Have you ever run into a plant disease issue that left you stumped? Who did you turn to for advice or information on how to manage this disease? Luckily, when it comes to managing plant... more »
Tree fruit worker decision sparks reaction from Washington growers
By clouding farmworker pay systems, a court ruling on Washington state H-2A rules could make tree fruit harvesting more costly nationally. In July, U.S. District Judge John Chun ruled in favor of Familias Unidas por... more »
Ag Labor Review: Candid discussions regarding ag labor dilemmas
I called a friend in California the other evening. As soon as he picked up, I could tell that I had roused him from slumber. When I asked him what was going on, he told... more »
Survey: Most prevalent disease pressures in 2024
Fruit Growers News wants to know what disease pressures you faced and how you handled the challenge in 2024. We are taking a brief survey now through January 2025 and your insights are valuable. Please,... more »
USDA offers $26 million in hurricane recovery aid for Florida producers
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida is offering disaster assistance to help agricultural producers recover from the damages caused by hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton. Through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP),... more »
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