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$60B addition to ag programs in megabill tied to SNAP changes
A proposal to add $60 billion in farm bill programs to the agriculture portion of a $4 trillion "Reconciliation Bill" hinges on securing support for a... continue reading »
USDA to provide $340.6M in relief for farmers affected by natural disasters
The USDA has announced $340.6 million in disaster assistance for farmers, ranchers and rural communities affected by natural disasters through the age... continue reading »
Ag industry prepares for impact of new round of tariff turmoil
The agriculture industry is bracing for the impact of additional tariffs unveiled April 2 by U.S. President Donald Trump. The new measures include a b... continue reading »
IFPA talks tariffs with White House officials
The International Fresh Produce Association board discussed industry trade and economic issues during mid-month meetings with White House officials. ... continue reading »
Federal disaster relief funds expected to begin rollout
Eligible growers affected by natural disasters can expect applications to open for $10 billion in economic aid by March 21, according to the USDA. ... continue reading »
More than 120 ag groups endorse pick for USDA post
Agricultural organizations including the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas joined more than 120 industry groups in endorsing Luke Lindberg as ... continue reading »
Fruits among list of US goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs
Editor's note: This story has been updated with information about delayed tariffs on Mexico and Canada. Cucumbers, along with a long list of fruits... continue reading »
American Farm Bureau Federation adopts 2025 policies
American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) farmer and rancher delegates have adopted policies to guide the organization in 2025. AFBF held its 106th co... continue reading »
New water, traceability rules on the horizon
The new FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) Produce Safety Rule preharvest water provisions and traceability rule compliance dates are coming soon, a... continue reading »
Dynamic Conveyor debuts DynaClean S Series
Dynamic Conveyor debuted its latest innovation, the DynaClean S Series, at PACK EXPO Nov. 3-6 in Chicago. The S series meets food production hygien... continue reading »
