Category: West
CCOF seeks regional partners to advance organic transition across West/Southwest
CCOF seeks proposals by Sept. 5 to help farmers go organic in the West/Southwest. Apply now to join the USDA TOPP transition program.
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.
Bluebird Organic Fruit: The Gingerich family’s journey to organic farming
Discover how the Gingerich family turned a lifelong love into a successful organic peach operation in Colorado at Bluebird Organic Fruit Co.
Good Humus Produce’s community mindset
Good Humus Produce grows organic produce in Northern California. Read more about the family farm’s community mindset.
UC Davis research project to map California’s transition to organic farming
UC Davis researchers are examining barriers to organic farming in California. Learn how the project could shape ag policy.
Texas International Produce Association applauds Mexico water agreement
The TIPA is celebrating the new U.S.-Mexico water agreement. Learn how it supports fair trade and U.S. growers after years of imbalance.
Organic Produce Summit registration to begin
Registration opens Feb. 4 for this year’s Organic Produce Summit (OPS).
For sustainability, Gallo implements laser bird deterrent technology
E & J Gallo Winery, which markets itself as a leader in sustainable practices in viticulture, has taken another step toward innovation with the adoption of a bird deterrent system.
USDA releases $2 billion to help specialty crops growers in disasters
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has introduced programs designed to help specialty crop growers recover from natural disasters, including a trio of hurricanes that this fall struck the Southeast.
Thanksgiving vegetable lineup to feature higher prices in 2024
Lower-than-usual supply means consumers may be paying more for organic celery and other favorite November ingredients—with a few ‘sweet’ exceptions.
Organic Grower Summit: Improving soil health with organic farming practices
In 1985, a decade or so after he started farming, Scott Park realized something had to change.
November marked as Arizona Leafy Greens month
Marking the start of the seasonal harvest, Arizona growers and shippers are celebrating the 12th annual Arizona Leafy Greens Month.
USDA to construct ag research center in Davis, California
The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) broke ground on the Agricultural Research and Technology Center (ARTC) in Davis, California, marking a new phase in agricultural innovation. The modern facility will centralize ARS labs currently at the University of California, Davis, and support advances in climate resilience, water scarcity solutions, pest management, and crop preservation.
Uneven fall organic fruit supply across California expected
An inconsistent supply of fall organic fruit is expected this year.
Washington tree fruit group to hold elections
A Washington tree fruit group which represents organic and conventional fruit growers has released names of growers seeking election to the organization’s board of directors.
Certifiers among those affected by new California organic rules
New federal rules meant to prevent organic fraud have been praised by organic farmers for helping to protect the integrity of the national organic label. But the rules have also brought unintended consequences as smaller operations struggle to keep up with the new requirements.