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Deadline to report acreage for bridge payments this week
The deadline to report 2025 acreage for USDA bridge payments to producers of specialty crops and sugar is March 13. Learn more.
Postharvest solutions company expanding UAE presence
Postharvest solutions company Akorn Technology is launching a new venture in the United Arab Emirates. Find out more.
California growers have new pest control options
The California registration of products from pest management and plant health company ProFarm offers new tools to growers. Learn more.
Bite-sized potato line from Cal-Organic Farms launching
A new bite-sized potato line from Grimmway Produce Group brand Cal-Organic Farms will soon hit shelves. Find out more details.
New overhead tech arming processors for success
A new robotics control platform from Logic is poised to deliver more flexible, intelligent systems to processors. Learn how.
Specialty crops focus of several farm bill draft provisions
Special crops are addressed in several provisions in a farm bill draft released Feb. 13 by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee. Learn more.
SCFBA renews calls for additional aid after USDA announcement
After the announcement of $1 billion in one-time bridge payments to specialty crop growers, an advocacy group renewed calls for more help.
Farm bill discussion expected later this month
U.S. House debate on a new farm bill has been set for Feb. 23-25, with a floor vote hoped for before the Easter recess. Learn more.
Next-generation defect removal system from Key to debut at May show
A next-generation potato strip defect removal system from Key Technology will debut at packaging trade show Interpack. Find out more.
More than $212M earmarked to expand US food and ag exports
USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) will award more than $212 million to help expand ag export markets. Learn more.
New dual-arm robot shows potential to boost harvesting efficency
A new dual-arm fruit harvesting robot has shown promise in enhancing harvest efficiency. Learn more about researchers’ findings.
Florida ag commissioner calls for federal assistance after wintry blast
A blast of wintry weather prompted Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson to request a disaster declaration. Learn more.
Program aims to connect smaller businesses to resources
SMB FastTrack, a new program designed to help small- and medium-sized businesses find resources, will debut at PACK EXPO East 2026
Specialty crop leaders renew calls for dedicated support
Specialty crop leaders call for at least $5B in aid after the U.S. House released spending bills that did not include dedicated relief.
Report: $15B in additional grower aid on the table
Key congressional figures are working to put together $15 billion in aid, including relief for specialty crop growers. Learn more.
SWIPE 2026 educational sessions to focus on supply chain
The Southwest International Produce Expo is set for Jan. 22-24. Educational sessions will address supply chain issues. Learn how to register