Washington state well represented in U.S. Apple Association’s nextgen class.

The long-term success of emerging markets in specialty agriculture often lies in its youngest members.

We have an aging industry. Are we doing enough to build a new generation of vegetable growers?

We’re living through a lot of upheavals. But if you keep your eyes on your ultimate customer, you’ll find a way through.

Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association’s Emerging Leader Development Program has marked its 10th year and is set to keep growing.

Transition ready means that you and your farm are prepared legally and financially, but also emotionally.

If you want to be heard by a younger or older generation, learn how to speak so they listen.

Here are some ideas for what to do when you don’t have the next generation to take your place.

22 young men and women from the produce industry from across the country to attend the USApple Capitol Hill Day events in March.

Recipients hope to make their mark on the future of the fruit and vegetable industry in the state of Michigan.

Despite their farms being vastly different, these two GenNext Growers require quickness to compete, which means staying abreast of agricultural technology.

Tagging along with the Young Apple Leaders Class of 2018 taught me how important it is to keep issues affecting the industry at the forefront of our legislators’ minds.

Young Grower Alliance members will get a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Rutgers Agricultural Research & Extension Center and Larchmont Farms to learn about innovation on the research and the producer side.

Good records and a plan are important when attempting to secure a loan.

It can be bittersweet to work for someone else after college before returning to the farm, but these two emerging grower/leaders strongly recommend it.

Work smart with older generations to successfully introduce new ideas and technology.

Two young women in the fruit and vegetable industry talk gender stereotypes, attracting female talent, and where agriculture is getting it right.

The first steps taken to prepare yourself for a career in any industry can be quite simple.

One GenNext Grower says if the agriculture industry wants to lure more fresh faces, it will need to up its game.