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The April Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor found most agricultural economists think it could be 2026 before we see Congress final pass a new bill. One reason why is the fact Congress passed $10 billion in ECAP payments late last year.

Organics are in the spotlight this year with the addition of organic brown coconut and organic white dragon fruit, both available year-round.

The FruitGuys Community Fund supported 21 projects this year, awarding funding to everything from sustainable irrigation to organic certification.

In a letter to employees, Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart, said she will leave her role later this year and join OpenAI.

The FDA said Ray and Mascari recalled its four-count of vine-ripened tomatoes due to a potential Salmonella contamination.

Skip Hulett brings a wealth of legal experience and leadership success at NatureSweet to the board, according to CEA industry group.

The state’s ascent to the world’s fourth-largest economy is powered in no small part by its $59 billion agriculture sector, which dominates national production and global exports of key commodities.

Five strategic teams were introduced during the event, each spearheading a core area of growth, advancing key objectives including innovation, market intelligence, labor and technology, and other critical priorities.

Joe Cook, who joined the company in 2016 as a transportation broker, most recently served as operations manager.

Consumers who purchase $5 in mangoes from May 6 through June 15 will have a chance to win “Lilo & Stitch” Fandango movie tickets and a tropical vacation.