Industry
More than 85% of rural bankers believe former president Donald Trump would be the most supportive of the rural economy compared with his rivals in the 2024 presidential election.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has issued an executive order giving Texas farmers and ranchers the green light to tap into the Rio Grande for irrigation.
The Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.-based company says the development enables it to expand its capabilities, enhance product innovation and continue delivering high-quality, fresh and innovative meal solutions to consumers nationwide.
Based on findings of a pest risk analysis, the USDA said it determined that specified phytosanitary measures will mitigate the risks of introducing plant pests or weeds via fruit imports.
From the latest in fruit breeding to labor-saving tech to virtual reality farm experiences to sustainability and innovation, Fruit Attraction offered an up-close look at what’s new and what’s next for the fresh produce industry.
The foundation sought registered dietitians at two international events to help scale efforts to boost produce consumption.
To meet growing demand for this exclusive variety, the collaboration will allow consumers to purchase the sweet-tart apple through Capital City Fruit’s online platform.
SanLucar received the recognition from pan-Asian retailer DFI Retail Group during a trip to Asia as part of its international expansion plan.
The new ownership is a partnership between the Nunes and Costa families, in which the Costa family will maintain the production and operations and the Nunes family will oversee the sales and marketing.
The New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry honored the fourth-generation fresh potato and vegetable supplier for its 90 years of operations.
The company’s Pollination Insight Platform uses in-field sensors to collect real-time data on bee and other pollinators’ activity and environmental conditions across a variety of seed, row and specialty crops.
The company’s net sales increase was primarily driven by higher net sales in its fresh and value-added product segment, as well as increased per-unit selling prices principally of avocado and pineapple.
“Avocado Nation: An American Success Story,” now streaming, examines the impact and value of strategic promotion.
The company said it is extending the expiration date from Oct. 22 to Oct. 28, 2024.
The National Potato Council has responded to what it called unscientific recommendations by the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, which encourages Americans to eat fewer starchy vegetables.
Italian growers sought the right to market Autumncrisp grapes outside of Sun World’s licensed distributor network.
“Attendees at this year’s labor forum will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and help shape the future of ag labor in the United States,” said Michael Marsh, president and CEO of the organization.
The Cranberry Institute has released a 20-page online document that looks at new research and potential health benefits.
The new facility will help accelerate new crop deployment and continue to innovate, the company says.
The “State of WIC” report shows the benefit of nutritional education as the nation’s first food-as-medicine program.
The USDA says it has imposed sanctions on produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
The sanctions include suspending the businesses’ Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act licenses and barring the principal operators of the businesses from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.
The International Fresh Produce Association recently brought together volunteer leaders at a policy retreat, which included members of the group’s U.S. Government Relations Council and Political Advisory Committee.
Various academic, labor, faith, antipoverty and farm groups sent a letter to Vice President Kamala Harris applauding her proposed food price gouging ban and her pledge to crack down on food industry mergers.
Mental health support services are hard to find in rural areas. Did you know 90 million people live in designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas? To further complicate matters, stress among farmers is growing.
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation program aims to strengthen business capacity and facilitate market expansion for value-added food products, supporting food safety best practices and operational resilience.
Former deputy ag secretary Kathleen Merrigan highlights the top non-farm-bill issues that are currently impacting agriculture.
Six new appointees will serve three-year terms on the 18-member board.
The Buxton, N.D.-based company, established in 1979, is planning an open house in early 2025 to celebrate the milestone.
A new survey shows farmers have an optimistic outlook for U.S. agriculture, though many are concerned about a new trade war.