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Survey: 70% of growers cannot afford enough fertilizer to make it through 2026
A new survey found that 70% of farmers say they cannot afford to purchase enough fertilizer to make it through the year. Learn more.
Non-browning banana variety receives regulatory approval in 2 countries
Agricultural biotechnology company Tropic has secured regulatory approval in Japan and Brazil for its non‑browning banana variety. Learn more.
Companies teaming up to explore mango commercial opportunities
Fruit genetics and variety licensing company Sun World International and fresh produce producer and distributor Mission Produce are teaming up to explore commercial opportunities in mangoes.
Urschel to unveil new dicer at upcoming events
Urschel will unveil its Little Gem Aspire Dicer, a new cutting concept in fruit and vegetable processing, at upcoming tradeshows.
Specialty crop reporting period reopened for bridge payment program
The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) has reopened the reporting period for specialty crop producers seeking Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers (ASCF) program bridge payments.
Scholarships available for students interested in specialty crop careers
College students interested in a career in the specialty crop industry have three more weeks to apply for scholarships in Florida. Applications are due April 23.
USDA to funnel $8.4 million into programs promoting US export markets
USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service will distribute more than $8.4 million to expand export markets for U.S. goods through a trio of programs.
Insecticide receives EPA registration for all agricultural crops
Attune Agriculture’s Entrapment insecticide has been approved for all EPA crop groups, including agricultural and controlled environment agricultural uses. Learn more.
IFPA identifies six public policy pillars for 2026
Workforce stability and protecting fruit and vegetable access are among the six public policy pillars released by the International Fresh Produce Association. Learn more.
Hormel executive retiring after 35 years with company
Hormel Foods’ vice president of global food safety and quality management is retiring after 35 years with the company.
Registration open for 10th Organic Produce Summit
Registration is now open for the Organic Produce Summit (OPS), celebrating its 10th anniversary July 14-16 in Monterey, California. Learn more.
Lipman Family Farms mourns death of former CEO, board chair
Fresh-cut produce processor and distributor Lipman Family Farms is mourning the death of former CEO and longtime board chair Larry Lipman.
ReposiTrak partners with on-demand workforce supplier for new retail solution
ReposiTrak has partnered with an on-demand workforce supplier to offer service aimed at improving stock and reducing labor. Learn more.
Webinar to focus on implementation of labor rule
An upcoming webinar aims to help agriculture employers navigate evolving labor regulations and compliance requirements. Learn more.
Produce company introduces triangular tomato packaging
Sunset, the flagship brand of Ontario, Canada-headquartered Mastronardi Produce, is launching the Sunset Tomato Branch triangular carrier.
National Ag Day aims to raise awareness of industry impact
March 24 is National Ag Day, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture. Learn more.