Agriculture Groups Bank on USMCA Review To Change Trade for the Better

The Fertilizer Institute says Jones Act waiver will ease fertilizer logistics, lower transport costs, and support timely spring applications nationwide.

National Potato Council applauds congressional push to prioritize opening Japan’s market to U.S. fresh table stock potatoes.

Pear growers in California are fighting for survival as a surge of low-priced pear imports from Argentina continues to flood the U.S. market.

California Avocado Commission President Ken Melban urges restoration of U.S. inspection protocol in Mexico, seasonal import limits, and more.

Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association President Mike Joyner addresses continuing U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement impacts and calls for import controls.

As the supply chain crisis persists into 2026, growers must adapt and build resilience through thoughtful management practices.

The International Fresh Produce Association is sharing the latest tariff-related resources to help growers stay informed and prepared.

The plug has been pulled on the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement. Domestic growers celebrate as new antidumping order is in place.

U.S. Department of Commerce to withdraw from the 2019 agreement suspending the antidumping investigation on fresh tomatoes from Mexico.

For 25 years, U.S. potato growers fought for market access in Mexico, only to be repeatedly set back by regulatory hurdles.

USApple leader Jim Bair expresses concern about the top 5 export markets for U.S. apples are being targeted by Trump’s new tariffs.

Trump administration’s newly proposed fees up to $1 million per entrance on Chinese-operated ships puts domestic growers on troubled waters.

Leaders from International Fresh Produce Association, Western Growers, and American Farm Bureau discuss proposed tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China.

U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council awarded $1.5 million of USDA RAPP funding to further develop opportunities in emerging global markets.

Kam Quarles of the National Potato Council discusses the latest issues in Washington, DC, that affect growers.

The 2024 Presidential election is in the books. Consider concerns, expectations, and hopes of growers from a second Trump term.

Decision a “big win” for California growers, USDA says.

With declining domestic production, imports of fresh fruits and vegetables have grown substantially over recent years. Experts analyze the numbers.

As the wreckage of the bridge prevents movement of ships to and from port terminals, negative economic impacts compound.