The US High Bush Blueberry Council (USHBC) Industry Engagement Committee is seeking nominees for the council’s importer number two, number three, and number four, member and alternate positions on the …
Western Tree Nut Association Submits Comments to CA DPR on Use of Paraquat
The Western Tree Nut Association has submitted comments to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CA/DPR) on the use of paraquat, emphasizing its importance as a broad-spectrum herbicide, especially in …
USDA Seeks Nominations for Christmas Tree Promotion Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations for four open seats on the Christmas Tree Promotion Board. These positions are for three-year terms beginning January 1, 2026. The …
North American Blueberry Council Sees Significant Growth
The North American Blueberry Council has seen significant growth with a nearly 38% increase in membership, now representing over 240 members across North America and internationally. New board members have …
Impending Ban on Chlorpyrifos for Fruit and Vegetable Growers
Fruit and vegetable growers that use chlorpyrifos have until June 30, 2025 to use it on food crops. Researchers from the University of Florida advise producers to find alternatives as …
The Growing Edge: Wet Weather Impact on Central Valley Crops
Todd Burkdoll, a field market development specialist with Valent USA, discusses the impact of recent and expected wet weather on Central Valley crops, particularly almonds, cherries, plums, and nectarines. He …
Frozen Raspberry Market Experiencing Significant Growth
The frozen fruit sector, particularly the frozen raspberry market, is experiencing significant growth, driven by its long shelf life and high antioxidant content. The global market for frozen raspberries was …
Mushroom Council Elected New Officers
The Mushroom Council, a nine-member body of domestic growers and an importer, elected new officers for 2025 and welcomed new board members. The council aims to maintain and expand mushroom …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-13-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni discussed the raisin industry with Caleb …
CDFA Awards Grants to Boost Fresh Produce Purchases
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Office of Farm to Fork has awarded $750,000 in grants to seven projects to boost the purchase of fresh fruits, vegetables, and …
Deadline Extended for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has extended the response deadline for the 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties (CHS Instruction Sheet) to April 18, 2025. …
More Time for Census of Horticulture Specialties Response
A change in deadline for those eligible producers to respond to USDA’s latest sub survey associated with the Census of Agriculture. “We’re talking about floriculture, horticulture, nursery type crops, sod, …
Global Okra Seeds Market Experiencing Significant Growth
The global okra seeds market is experiencing significant growth reaching $600 million by 2034. This expansion is driven by consumer interest in healthy eating, home gardening, and the versatility of …
American Agriculture History Minute: Development of the Wealthy Apple
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. In 1860, Horace Greeley wrote in his New York Tribune newspaper, “I would not live in Minnesota because you can’t grow …