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2026 edition of Farmers’ Almanac will be the last
A 200-year farming tradition is coming to an end. The 2026 Farmers' Almanac will be the last of its kind. Editor Sandy Duncan and editor emeritus P... continue reading »
Agriculture Workforce Coalition names new leaders
The Agriculture Workforce Coalition (AWC), a coalition of ag groups seeking long-term labor reform, has named two new leaders. The organization’... continue reading »
Packaging materials manufacturer achieves QMS certification standard
Flexible packaging materials manufacturer PAC Machinery Bags and Materials has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification for its quality management system.... continue reading »
TIPA Compostable Packaging acquires Dutch paper-based specialist
TIPA Compostable Packaging has acquired SEALPAP, a company specializing in recyclable paper-based packaging. Headquartered in New Jersey, TIPA’s ... continue reading »
Private equity firm to acquire TreeHouse Foods
Food processing company TreeHouse Foods will be acquired by private equity firm Investindustrial in a $2.9 billion cash transaction. The transactio... continue reading »
Frozen food manufacturer Caulipower acquired by Urban Farmer
Urban Farmer has acquired vegetable-based frozen food manufacturer Caulipower, maker of gluten-free, cauliflower crust frozen pizza. The acquisitio... continue reading »
Snack company makes majority investment in Fresca Foods
Third-party snack manufacturer Cerealto has made a majority investment in Colorado-based Fresca Foods, a co-manufacturer of natural and organic snacks... continue reading »
Labor Department: H-2A processing to resume during shutdown
Deeming the process essential, the U.S. Department of Labor will resume processing H-2A and H-2B applications during the government shutdown. The N... continue reading »
Up to $12B in aid for US growers could be available amid tariff turmoil
Up to $12 billion in aid for farmers hurt by the Trump administration’s tariff policies will be available once the government shutdown ends, accordi... continue reading »
IFPA’s director of government relations chosen for NCAE leadership role
The director of government relations for the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has been chosen as the new leader for the National Council... continue reading »
