Category: legislation
House committee approves farm bill with specialty crop focus
House Ag advances a five-year farm bill with key specialty crop provisions. Read what it means for growers and trade.
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.
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.
Aid announcement leaves specialty crop growers calling for more help
Specialty crop growers call for $5B in aid after USDA’s $1B bridge payment announcement. Read what industry leaders are asking next.
Organic Trade Association sets Feb. 27 policy outlook webinar
OTA will host a Feb. 27 webinar outlining 2026 federal policy priorities for organic. Register to learn what’s ahead on Capitol Hill.
Farm groups launch coalition to preserve USMCA, support agricultural trade
A coalition of 40 farm groups are urging USMCA renewal. Learn how the trade pact impacts U.S. agriculture and exports.
Proposed bill aims to speed organic certification for new producers
A proposed bill would allow some farmers to bypass the three-year organic transition period. Learn how the legislation could affect growers.
Organic Trade Association joins farm groups urging Congress to act as farm losses mount
OTA joins farm groups warning of growing financial strain on U.S. growers. Read how specialty and organic producers are urging Congress.
Specialty crop leaders call for $5 billion in dedicated aid
Specialty crop leaders call for $5 billion in aid after spending bills omit support for growers. Read about the impact on U.S. specialty ag.
Farm groups push for specialty crop relief in 2026
Farm groups are urging Congress to include specialty crop relief in 2026 legislation. Read how the debate could affect organic growers.
New federal dietary guidelines shift emphasis to ‘real food’
New federal dietary guidelines emphasize whole foods and nuts. Read how the shift opens the door for organic and sustainable growers.
California farms face new rules in 2026, from wages to waste disposal
California growers face new wage, waste and land rules in 2026. Learn what’s changing and how the laws may affect specialty crop growers.
Trade petitions filed over Mexican winter strawberry imports
Florida strawberry growers file petitions alleging unfairly priced Mexican winter strawberry imports are harming U.S. producers. Read more.
USDA bridge payments focus on row crops, specialty crop timeline still uncertain
USDA released payment rates for the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program. Learn what’s covered now and what specialty growers should expect next.