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More than 2,800 associates have earned diplomas since the program launch, according to the vertically integrated company that grows, harvests and sells premium greenhouse tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers.

Organic growers are required to respond to the survey, a special study of the Census of Agriculture. Responses are due Feb. 5, 2026.

Leadership says the new program aims to lower farmer production costs while tipping a hat to Secretary Kennedy’s MAHA initiatives.

As citrus greening earns a spot on the threat list, researchers say billions in losses demand a new era of investment in genetic solutions to save the industry.

Canadian Produce Marketing Association President Ron Lemaire has shared the Dec. 8 letter he penned to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and other Canadian government officials urging for the full 16-year renewal of the North American agreement.

Giorgio’s Grill Packs feature fresh, sliced mushrooms in three flavor varieties: Steak Seasoning, Smokey Honey Habanero or Brown Sugar Bourbon.

More than 300 feeding partners across Food Lion’s 10-state footprint receive hunger-relief grants.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says 18 states now have a measure in place to restrict the purchase of certain items and that the USDA will allocate $700 million to regenerative ag.

There is a lot of rate volatility in the spot market during this time of year as high-value fruit, local conditions and truck availability collide.

Consumers can now shop from more than 1,800 retailers directly within ChatGPT via a fully integrated Instacart app commerce experience.