U.S. Department of Agriculture
The 25 representatives advise the agriculture secretary on key issues affecting the fruit and vegetable industry.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s pick to lead the Health and Human Services, is scheduled to appear in front of the Senate twice this week for confirmation hearings.
The Conservation Connector directory allows users to search programs by crop, conservation practice, and geography to help producers and their advisers find relevant local programs.
Researchers used a dietary intake survey from January 2005 to March 2020 and learned that about 40% of all adults consumed below 25% of the recommended fruits.
An additional $6 million is expected to help the organization build on gains supported by a previous funding allocation.
Following White House directives, USDA is honoring existing contracts with farmers, releasing approximately $20 million for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP), the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), and the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP).
Rollins’ confirmation was expected, as the Senate maintains its quick pace of confirming President Trump’s key cabinet positions.
From IFPA to the CEA Alliance to the NPC, the fresh produce industry is eager to collaborate with Brooke Rollins.
As the Trump administration prepares to return to the White House, these appointments signal a continuation of its previous agricultural policies and priorities, with experienced individuals who have both legal expertise and connections to the farming community.
The International Fresh Produce Association is “concerned” by a proposed reduction in starchy vegetables, despite their nutritional value.
Alliance co-chairs have responded to specialty crops being left out of a final year-end economic assistance package negotiated by congressional leaders.
Sanctions include barring the business and its principal operators from engaging in Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act-licensed business without approval.
USDA says VIP Marketing Inc. agreed to pay produce sellers listed in a Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act complaint and to pay a civil penalty.
Companies in Texas, Arizona, New York and California have been restricted from operating in the produce industry.
Now that the election results are in, the parlor game of who President-elect Donald Trump will tap to serve on his Cabinet has returned, and there’s a host of possibilities.
The appointees include representatives from Sunkist Growers, Florida Strawberry Growers Association, National Potato Council, Blue Diamond Growers and more.