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Webinar on improving farm market sales to be hosted by NAFDMA
NAFDMA, the International Agritourism Association, is sponsoring a webinar to address how farm marketers can improve farm store sales. “Understan... more »
Farmworkers sought for Farmworker of the Year honors
The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) is working to recognize the skilled individuals who work tirelessly every day to bring fresh fruits and vegetables... more »
Washington State Tree Fruit Association reflects on 2024
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) is reflecting on the year that was. In the WSTFA’s 2024 Year in Review, the organization revi... more »
Decreased apple holdings reported
Apple storage continues to decline. U.S. apple holdings this January totaled 151 million bushels, 4% less than the inventories reported for last Ja... more »
$40M USDA processed apple products purchase ordered
Another $40M processed apple products purchase coming from USDA. Thanks to continued efforts of the Michigan Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Ass... more »
Contested filing requirement reinstated with Jan. 13 deadline
After a court ruling reinstated a contested filing requirement, businesses owners face a Jan. 13 deadline to comply with the Corporate Transparency Ac... more »
Southeast pest management plan published for strawberries
Southeastern strawberry growers can learn the latest in pest management through the release of the Pest Management Strategic Plan for Strawberries in ... more »
Funding, caps increased for new USDA specialty crop program
A program designed to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. specialty crops has gotten an infusion of funds, a higher payment cap and an extended applic... more »
USDA appoints members to National Organic Standards Board
Five individuals have been appointed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB). The NOSB is made ... more »
USDA names U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council board members
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the appointment of nine members and 10 alternate members to serve on the U.S. Highbush Blueber... more »
Organic targets may require new markets
New markets may be required for organic growers in California, according to a report from the California Farm Bureau Federation. When Jeff and Anni... more »
WAFLA changes name to Worker and Farmer Labor Association
WAFLA is altering its name. The Lacey, Washington-based organization which addresses the labor needs of growers and farmworkers has changed its nam... more »
