Category: Vegetables
Great Lakes Tek Flex highlights robotics, precision ag tech for specialty crop growers
Great Lakes Tek Flex will showcase robotics, drones and precision ag technology for specialty crop growers Sept. 10-11 in Michigan.
Ellijay Mushrooms: Growing community in North Georgia’s hill country
From IT to chief mushroom officer, Howard Beck and his team are making magic and shaping lives. Read on for Ellijay’s origin story.
USDA gives organic growers until April 24 to report 2025 acreage
Farmers must report 2025 planted acres to qualify for ASCF relief. Be sure you don’t miss the April 24 deadline.
Dicamba is back: What organic growers need to know
Dicamba drift is once again a concern for Midwest fruit and specialty crop growers. Find out how to protect your operation this season.
AI harvesting tool launched for CEA pepper growers
Source.ag says its model cuts forecast errors by 50%, giving growers, labor managers and sales teams a reliable weekly picture of what’s coming on.
MSU case study: How a certified organic vegetable farm integrated native plants
Learn how the project demonstrates the potential for integrating native plants into existing organic vegetable farms.
National Ag Day promotes awareness of industry impact, contributions
Producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and others are celebrating National Ag Day on March 24. Learn more.
Four generations strong: Balakian Farms’ organic commitment endures
At this California stone fruit farm, sustainable practices shape deep roots. Read how farming is more than a job at Balakian.
Growing fruit — and farmers — in Michigan
Michigan’s Lakeview Hill Farm grows specialty crops while empowering employees. See how the operation is building opportunity.
U.S. organic sales reach $76.6B in 2025, outpacing overall market growth
U.S. organic sales reached $76.6B in 2025, growing 6.8% year over year. See which categories drove the gains.
Farm bill markup delayed as specialty crop groups push priorities
House farm bill draft includes specialty crop and organic provisions. See how it could affect organic growers.
Ag Wage Reform Coalition urges Congress to make AEWR rule permanent
Farm groups urge Congress to codify the AEWR interim rule and provide wage stability. Learn what permanent reform could mean for growers.
CDFA awards $1.69 million for organic irrigation and nutrient research
CDFA awarded $1.69 million for research on irrigation and nutrient management in organic systems. Learn how the projects aim to support growers.
Florida freeze inflicts $3B in crop losses, producers seek federal relief
Florida’s deep freeze damaged crops across the state, totaling $3B in losses. See which sectors were hit hardest.
USDA renews 56 substances on organic National List through 2031
The USDA renewed 56 substances on the organic National List through 2031. See which materials remain allowed for crops and handling.
Farm bill draft includes provisions addressing specialty crops
A House farm bill draft outlines new disaster relief and market access funding for specialty crops. See what’s included.