…hybrid program that combines in-person instruction with online learning opportunities. Organizers say the goal is to provide practical, hands-on training that equips participants with the tools needed to succeed in…
Produce Industry Coalition Forms to Defend USMCA Trade Benefits
…the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a new industry group focused on protecting market access and maintaining stable produce supplies for consumers. Founding members of the coalition include major produce companies such…
From Threshers to Tractors: The Origins of Massey-Harris
…control of the company and expanded its operations. Under the second generation of ownership, the company was renamed Massey Manufacturing, reflecting its growing role in the agricultural machinery sector. As…
Texas Battles the Return of the New World Screwworm: Texas Farm Bureau’s Gary Joiner Shares the Latest with the Ag Meter Nick Papagni
…Health Commission Federal Government Commits Massive Resources Joiner praised the leadership of U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and the response from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. According to Joiner,…
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
https://www.pollinator.org/pollinator-week California residents, growers, conservation professionals and pollinator advocates will have an opportunity to learn more about pollinator habitat efforts during a special webinar planned as part of Pollinator Week….
Managing Lepidopteran Pests Deep Dive – Part 2
…of resistance management programs, especially in crops where pests like cabbage loopers and imported cabbage worms are common. Quality and Formulation Matter Walston noted that Bt labels differ from conventional…
Why Is Corn Called Corn? The Surprising History Behind Agriculture’s Most Familiar Crop
…world. Corn Meant Different Crops in Different Countries Today, Americans commonly use the word corn to describe maize, the iconic crop grown throughout the United States. However, that wasn’t always…
Blueberry Boom: How the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Is Fueling the Future of America’s Favorite Superfruit
…The accelerator has quickly become one of the most unique marketing initiatives in specialty crops. Participants compete in a Shark Tank-style competition that offers mentorship, industry exposure, and $20,000 in…
Blueberry Industry Looks to Innovation and Marketing to Drive Future Growth
…reasons to buy more blueberries.” The initiative reflects a broader trend within agriculture, where successful commodities increasingly rely on marketing and product innovation to maintain growth. Cronquist noted that blueberries…
Pork Industry Leaders Highlight Trade and Animal Health Priorities at World Pork Expo
…of the most significant topics discussed during the panel was the future renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The trade agreement has been a cornerstone of agricultural commerce throughout North…
Managing Lepidopteran Pests Deep Dive – Part 1
…damaging stage is the larval stage—commonly referred to as worms or caterpillars. These pests feed aggressively on crops ranging from tree nuts and vegetables to berries, grapes, and citrus. Internal…
USDA Announces $1.7 Billion Relief Package for Specialty Crop Farmers During California Visit
…that fresh and frozen potato exports have increased by 3% compared to the previous year, while exports of tree nuts, dairy products, and other commodities are also growing. The administration…
Fifth-Generation Farmer David Collenberg Enters California Lieutenant Governor Race
…direct communication and social media outreach. He said modern campaigns no longer depend entirely on mainstream media and that voters appreciate candidates who personally engage with them online and respond…
Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies
…agriculture, water policy, energy costs, regulations, and what Hilton described as the urgent need for “common-sense leadership” in Sacramento. Hilton immediately criticized recent California gubernatorial debates for failing to address…