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IFPA comments highlight priorities for organic fresh produce sector
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has submitted comments highlighting priorities for the organic fresh produce sector in response to ... more »
U.S. organic sales surpass $71 billion in 2024, doubling market growth rate
U.S. sales of certified organic products reached a record $71.6 billion in 2024, growing at more than double the rate of the overall marketplace, acco... more »
USDA to provide $340.6M in relief for farmers affected by natural disasters
The USDA has announced $340.6 million in disaster assistance for farmers, ranchers and rural communities affected by natural disasters through the age... more »
OFRF annual report highlights organic farming growth, research gains and policy progress
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) released its 2024 Annual Report, spotlighting a year of substantial progress in supporting organic and ... more »
Tomato growers applaud tomato suspension agreement termination
American tomato farmers nationwide and the Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE) applauded the April 15 announcement by the U.S. Department of Commerce to ter... more »
Trump suggests legal pathway for undocumented farmworkers amid deportation push
President Donald Trump has suggested a new plan that could allow undocumented agricultural workers to gain legal status, if they voluntarily leave the... more »
Prospiant names Burk Metzger as president
Prospiant has appointed Burk Metzger as president of the company, bringing decades of controlled-environment agriculture (CEA) experience to the role.... more »
Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China
President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on increased reciprocal tariffs for most U.S. trading partners, offering a temporary reprieve amid esc... more »
Threats to organic watchdog organization linked to employee at nation’s largest organic certifier
A law enforcement investigation into threats against organic industry watchdog OrganicEye has been traced to an employee of California Certified Organ... more »
USDA opens applications for FY 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for its fiscal year 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs, aimed at helpi... more »
Organic Farming Research Foundation launches research hub
Organic farmers across the U.S. now have a new centralized resource for science-backed information tailored to their needs. The Organic Farming Res... more »
Understanding compost analysis and soil test differences
Not all soil tests are equal, and compost requires an analysis of its own. Understanding the differences between the two is an important step to provi... more »
