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Postharvest solutions company expanding UAE presence
Postharvest solutions company Akorn Technology is launching a new venture in the United Arab Emirates. Find out more.
New 10% tariffs now in effect despite Supreme Court ruling
Global 10% tariffs are now in effect despite a U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down a broad set of the taxes. Discover industry reaction
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.
Funding to expand MSU food processing and technology program
The Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology is expanding its food processing workforce training program. 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.
Ground broken on $860M distribution center in North Carolina
A new $860M distribution center will add more than 1 million square feet of fresh and frozen distribution capacity. Learn more.
Edible Garden CEO named to list of business leaders
Edible Garden CEO Jim Kras has joined a ranking of influential New Jersey business leaders for the second consecutive year. Learn more.
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.
Kronen debuts automated drying system for leafy and cut vegetables
Kronen GmbH debuted its compact, fully automated K1040H drying system at the Fruit Logistica 2026, held Feb. 4-6 in Berlin. Learn more.
Agricultural coalition launches in support of USMCA
Forty farm and agricultural groups have joined an effort in support of a key international trade agreement. Learn more.
Resilience to be topic of keynote address at Viva Fresh Expo
Motivational speaker Hunter Pinke will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Viva Fresh Expo. Learn more about him and the event.
Labor attorney says recent developments are cause for optimism
A prominent labor attorney says there’s reason for optimism for agricultural employers heading into 2026. Find out why.