Regulations

Florida Tomato Exchange defends suspension agreement filing

In its latest news release, the Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE) defends its position in calling for the end of the Tomato Suspension Agreement. On Ju... more »

California compost dealers worry about ending of diesel

Daniel Pacheco, owner-operator of Lucky Diamond Trucking in Sonoma County, recently picked up a 24-ton order from Cold Creek Compost in Ukiah and haul... more »

India to lift tariffs on U.S. apples, almonds, walnuts

India is lifting retaliatory tariffs on U.S. apples, almonds and walnuts, after the two nations agreed to terminate six outstanding disputes at the Wo... more »

Bills to overhaul California water rights rules opposed

As California experiences wild swings in climate from drought to floods, critics of the state’s water rights system seek to overhaul rules that date... more »

Ag summit tackles water, farm bill

The outlook for California’s agricultural economy shows some signs of improvement after several years of supply-chain constraints, high input costs ... more »

California grants available for sustainable pest management

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is accepting grant applications for a program promoting sustainable pest control practices. ... more »

USDA schedules fall NOSB meeting

The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) has scheduled its fall 2023 meeting, along with two virtual comment sessions for people unable to attend i... more »

Retailer, general registration open for Organic Produce Summit

Retailer and general registration is open for the Organic Produce Summit, which features an expo, educational sessions, panels and a retailer roundtab... more »

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