New Normal, Same Advice: Plan Ahead if Buying Farm Equipment By Thomas Skernivitz|April 17, 2024 Learn why growers considering equipment purchases need to factor lead time into the equation. Read More
What You Need To Know about New Final Rule That Protects Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 26, 2024
Avoid These Mistakes When Flying Drones Over Your Farm Field By Ksenia Korolkova, Proofminder|April 24, 2024
Potential Impacts of Key Bridge Collapse on the Agriculture Sector By American Farm Bureau Federation|April 2, 2024 As the wreckage of the bridge prevents movement of ships to and from port terminals, negative economic impacts compound.
USApple Board, USDA Chief Take on Labor and Trade Issues Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 21, 2024 USApple President Jim Bair says, “We need a stable, adequate, and predictable workforce for apple growers.”
Creative Ways To Finance Your Farm By Thomas Skernivitz|March 15, 2024 There is grower money to be accorded, and not just from traditional banks.
Are Prices for Vegetable Crops Keeping up With Inflation? By Carol Miller|March 1, 2024 Check out a few eye-opening trends we’re seeing that might make an impact down the road.
The Power of Using Beneficial Insects on the Farm Set To Continue Growth Trend Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 27, 2024 Multiple market drivers and building demand might propel the global beneficial insects market to a billion-dollar industry.
Growing Demand in the Seed Treatment Market Set for Big Surge Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 21, 2024 The need for quality seeds that offer better yield and resistance to pests and diseases is driving what could be a $15.5 billion business by 2033.
Biostimulant Market Could Be Worth $5.6 Billion by 2033 Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 10, 2024 Biostimulant industry continues to benefit from advances in biotechnology, leading to the development of new, innovative products.
By The Numbers: Significant 2023-2024 U.S. Apple Production Stats By Thomas Skernivitz|January 30, 2024 Led by Washington state, nation’s November storage numbers the highest since 2014; ‘Honeycrisp’ finishes No. 1, ahead of ‘Gala’.
Agricultural Robotics Market Poised To Kick Growth Into High Gear Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 25, 2024 The escalating cost of labor continues to push farm automation to new levels. Report expects an $86.5 billion enterprise by 2033.
Where New Markets Could Open up for California Almonds By USDA Foreign Agricultural Service|January 16, 2024 USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service recently identified fresh market opportunities for California almond exports. Find out where.
Outlook: What Will Shape Rural America’s Economy In 2024 Posted by Growing Produce Staff|December 14, 2023 CoBank’s outlook warns a slowdown in consumer spending will create headwinds. See how that might impact farm interests.
New Studies Estimate Apples for Processing Production and Harvest Costs By UC Agriculture and Natural Resources News|December 4, 2023 Two new studies can help Central California Coast growers estimate costs and potential returns for organic and conventional apples for processing.
Ways Produce Growers Can Avoid a Financial Squeeze in 2024 By Justin Little, Nutrien Financial|December 1, 2023 Labor, weather, crop protection, and interest rate challenges aside, there are exciting opportunities for specialty crop producers to capitalize and expand.
Cost of Classic Thanksgiving Dinner Down Slightly for 2023 Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 16, 2023 Annual survey from American Farm Bureau Federation shows a little relief compared to last year’s record-high inflation mark.
Optimistic Outlook for Quality and Pricing of California Walnuts By Walnut Bargaining Association|October 19, 2023 Each year, the Walnut Bargaining Association issues a minimum price recommendation based on current crop and economic conditions.
Survey: Produce Industry Feeling the Pinch From Extreme Weather and Input Costs Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 16, 2023 Findings from ProducePay reveal commodity pricing volatility affects 83% of produce growers, suppliers and buyers. See what else was uncovered.
Report: Employment and Rising Costs Magnified in the Apple Orchard By Thomas Skernivitz|October 9, 2023 U.S. Apple Association addresses labor and inflation in its latest outlook report. Check out some notable remarks.
U.S. Potato Exports Grow To Reach Record Value and Volume By Potatoes USA|August 28, 2023 Export values increased 19.05% to $2.2 billion, and export volume increased 3.85% to 3.3 million metric tons.
California Lettuce and Broccoli Growers Get Help To See Production Costs Add up By UC Agriculture and Natural Resources|August 10, 2023 New cost studies model a management scenario for a 1,500-acre coastal vegetable operation.