Category: Vegetables
Farm Market & Agritourism: Top fresh food marketing trends for 2025
Discover the top fresh food marketing trends for 2025, from hyper-local sourcing to AI personalization. Learn how your brand can stay ahead.
Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown
Specialty crop leaders urge targeted aid and continued trade talks as the government shutdown stalls relief. Learn what’s at stake for growers.
USDA awards $8.3M to boost specialty crop trade
The USDA has awarded $8.3M to boost specialty crop trade. Learn how these grants can grow your market globally.
California ag production tops $60B for first time
California’s ag production reached $61.2B in 2024. Take a look at the leading crops., including dairy, almonds and grapes.
Farm Market & Agritourism: Aligning farm market products with consumer values
Farmers can meet consumer demand by aligning with sustainability values. Discover strategies to help you build trust and boost sales.
CDFA opens applications for 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grants, Technical Review Committee
CDFA is accepting proposals for 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grants and seeking review committee members. Get details on how to apply now.
Sept. 3 federal policy webinar to highlight organic agriculture funding
OFRF is hosting a Sept. 3 webinar on federal policy and organic agriculture funding. Learn about new opportunities and register online today.
Report finds organic farming in Maine sees gains, setbacks
MOFGA’s new report shows 15 years of growth but recent decline in Maine organic ag. Discover the trends shaping the state’s organic sector.
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips has been honored. Read more about the vegetable agent receiving the distinguished service award.
MSU to host organic pest management field day Aug. 20
Join MSU’s Organic Pest Management Field Day on Aug. 20 to see hands-on demos and research in action. Register now to reserve your spot.
Full Belly Farm balances the practical with the ecological
Full Belly Farm thrives on crop diversity, soil health and organic growing. Learn how the California farm supports sustainability.
Comment period on USDA reorganization plan extended
USDA invites feedback on its proposed agency overhaul through Aug. 26. Learn what’s changing and how to submit your comment today.
Potato products part of potential EU counter-tariffs
The EU planned steep potato tariff hikes amid trade tensions, but a U.S. deal set a flat rate. See what it means for potato exports.
Tomato Suspension Agreement comes to an end
The U.S. has ended the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement and imposed duties on Mexican tomato imports. Learn how this impacts U.S. growers.
Michigan field day to spotlight organic weed control strategies
Learn hands-on organic weed control techniques at the Aug. 7 field day in Belding, Michigan. Get more details and register now.
USDA launches new tool to support specialty crop exports
USDA’s MRL reference sheets help U.S. specialty crop exporters navigate global pesticide residue limits. Get details on the new resources.