Category: Vegetables
Take the 2026 Farm Market Pricing Survey
Organic Grower is collecting pricing data for fruits, vegetables, baked goods and more. Take the 2026 Farm Market Pricing Survey now!
MSU to host regenerative agriculture webinar series for growers
MSU is hosting the 2026 Regenerative Agriculture Webinar Series in February. Learn soil health, cover crops, and regenerative strategies.
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.
Agritourism to organic: 5 takeaways from the 2026 Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference
From organic production to agritourism, key trends emerged at the 2026 Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference. See the top five takeaways.
Organic certification draws grower interest as margins tighten, import pressure mounts
Tight margins and import pressure are pushing growers to explore organic certification. Learn what it takes and where support is available.
OFRF to host “Organic 101 for Extension Agents” webinar on Jan. 29
OFRF will host a free Jan. 29 webinar on organic certification and standards for extension agents. Get details and learn how to register.
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.
Marbleseed organic farming conference set for Feb. 26–28 in Wisconsin
Marbleseed’s annual Organic Farming Conference is set for Feb. 26–28. Learn about sessions for organic fruit and vegetable growers.
2026 vegetable industry outlook: How labor, technology and trade will shape the year ahead
Vegetable and organic growers tackle labor, automation, climate, and trade in 2026 to meet rising consumer demand for fresh, healthy produce.
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.
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.
2025 USDA vegetable crop report: Record yields, lower prices and mixed markets
USDA’s 2025 vegetable outlook shows record yields and softer prices across key crops. Read the full report for insights.
Study: Michigan vegetable farming, processing drive major growth in state economy
A new study shows Michigan vegetable farming and processing generate $5.39B and 26,400 jobs. Read how the industry drives growth.
Agritourism, organic and tech: 6 key themes from the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO
The specialty crop world held its annual get together in Michigan. Find out what growers, researchers and industry pros saw at the show.