Easy to See Growing Number of Young Growers and Researchers By Christina Herrick|March 3, 2019 It’s hard not to miss the influx of young growers and researchers in the fruit and nut industry.Read More
Cox Farms Launches as One of the Largest Greenhouse Growers in North America Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 28, 2024
NARBA Conference Highlights Strong Market for Berries By John R. Clark|February 24, 2019 Topics include the continuing hunger for caneberries, and taking pick-your-own to the extreme — 5 pounds of blackberries in 5 minutes.
Largest Class of Young Apple Leaders Named Posted by Christina Herrick|January 28, 2019 22 young men and women from the produce industry from across the country to attend the USApple Capitol Hill Day events in March.
Future Bright for Great Lakes Expo Ag Scholarship Winners Posted by Christina Herrick|December 18, 2018 Recipients hope to make their mark on the future of the fruit and vegetable industry in the state of Michigan.
New Tool For Farmland Seekers Posted by Christina Herrick|April 9, 2018 National Young Farmers Coalition releases land affordability calculator, which offers financial insight on land access.
Invest in Your Farm Career’s Future in This Year By Christina Herrick|January 29, 2018 During this season of resolutions and new opportunities, fellow GenNexters should resolve to further their careers.
National Young Farmers Coalition Issues Federal Loan Guidebook Posted by Christina Herrick|January 28, 2018 The downloadable guide is designed to help young farmers understand, apply for microloans.
Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Support Young Farmers Posted by Christina Herrick|November 16, 2017 Act designed to help next generation access affordable land, crop insurance, and financial capital.
New Collaboration Hopes to Boost Youth Interest in Science Posted by Christina Herrick|September 4, 2017 Bayer, 4-H partner to increase interest in science among young people nationwide and cultivate the next generation of innovators shaping agriculture, food, and health.
New Washington State University Program Hopes to Encourage Careers in Ag Posted by Christina Herrick|January 26, 2017 The Spark program highlights opportunities in agriculture for minority, high school students.
$8.8M Available to Support Ag Programs at Hispanic-Serving Institutions Posted by Christina Herrick|January 21, 2017 Grants designed to attract, retain students in agricultural fields.
$858,000 in Grants to Encourage Careers in Agriculture Science Posted by Christina Herrick|January 18, 2017 Funding to invest in programs that educate, promote science in the classroom.
Virtual Conference Designed For New, Beginning Farmers Posted by Christina Herrick|November 30, 2016 National Farmers Union to present a conference that is entirely web-based.
Pick-Your-Own Pointers From Expert Blueberry Grower By Christina Herrick|September 1, 2016 30-year veteran Bob McConnell shares tips on variety selection, production practices, and finding your market.
GenNext Growers, Where Are You? By Christina Herrick|December 30, 2015 This issue marks our first of its kind State of the Industry report. We, the editorial team of […]
Q&A With Penn State’s New Young Grower Alliance Coordinator By Christina Herrick|May 22, 2015 Erin Dugan recently joined Penn State University extension as a specialty crop innovations program manager and Young Grower […]
How To Start A Young Grower Association By Christina Herrick|May 22, 2015 You have recently returned to your family’s business. You have friends and family you can tap for their […]
From The Road: IFTA Conference Day 5 By Christina Herrick|February 26, 2015 Carlson lecture highlights where IFTA has been and looks to the next generation to continue the legacy.