International Markets
Organic Trade Association secures more than $1 million in USDA funding for export promotion
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded the Organic Trade Association (OTA) more than $1 million in funding to promote U.S. organic prod... more »
More than 120 ag groups endorse pick for USDA post
Agricultural organizations including the Organic Produce Association and International Fresh Produce Association joined more than 120 industry groups ... more »
Fruits, vegetables among list of U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs
Cucumbers, along with a long list of fruits, are among U.S. goods targeted in the first phase of retaliatory tariffs announced March 4 by Canada. C... more »
New staffer added to IFPA
Jessica Keller has been named vice president of global industry relations of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). Keller is the fi... more »
USDA proposing altering import produce inspection fees
Imported produce fee changes are being proposed. The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is proposing altering the regulations governing the ... more »
UPDATED: Organic Trade Association receives USDA market promotion funds
UPDATED: The U.S. organic industry is among the commodity groups and trade associations receiving federal funds for promotion and market development f... more »
USDA: ag exports generate $412B economic output
The value of U.S. agricultural exports totaled $197.4 billion in 2022 and generated $214.6 billion in economic activity for a total economic output of... more »
Changes to organic program aim to strengthen category
A significant change to the USDA's National Organic Program (NOP) aimed at protecting the integrity of organic products will be implemented in March. ... more »
