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US ag exports harmed amid trade disputes, competition
Though row crops remain the backbone of U.S. agriculture, export markets are shrinking as fruit and vegetable imports exceed exports, according to a r... more »
Applications now open for OFRF’s Farmer-Led Trials Program
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) is now accepting applications for its Farmer-Led Trials (FLT) Program for the 2026 season. Whether y... more »
USHBC Blueberry Leadership Program seeks 2026 cohort
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) has announced the graduation of the third class of fellows in its Blueberry Industry Leadership Program an... more »
John Hollay named new president and CEO of National Council of Agricultural Employers
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) has selected John Hollay as its next president and chief executive officer, following a national... more »
Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown
The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) urged the inclusion of specialty crop aid in any emergency economic relief for the U.S. agricultural ind... more »
Corteva to split seed and crop protection businesses in 2026
Corteva plans to separate its seed and crop protection businesses into two independent companies by the second half of 2026, aiming to focus more dire... more »
Applications open for 2026 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program
Michigan State University's (MSU) Organic Farmer Training Program (OFTP) is now accepting applications for its 2026 cohort. The program, designed f... more »
Southern states to receive Helene recovery funding
Georgia will receive more than $531 million in federal assistance through a block grant agreement to help producers recover from Hurricane Helene, whi... more »
Upcoming B2B sessions to connect California nut producers with global buyers
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), in partnership with the California Agricultural Export Council (CAEC), will host more than 1... more »
USDA awards $8.3M to boost specialty crop trade
USDA is awarding $8.3 million in funding to help 11 U.S. recipients, including the National Potato Council, address trade barriers and expand internat... more »
Senate confirms USDA officials as agency mulls relief for farmers
The Senate confirmed three new USDA officials on Sept. 18, including Dudley Hoskins as Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP). ... more »
NCAE opens registration for 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum
Early bird registration for the National Council of Agricultural Employers’ (NCAE) Ag Employer Labor Forum has opened. The event is scheduled for... more »
