Two prominent agricultural officials shared their optimism for the future of the organic agriculture industry on December 5th, wrapping up OPN's Organic Grower Summit with encouraging remarks for the nearly…
The strawberry market in Myanmar is experiencing a significant boost in production and demand, particularly in Shan State's Taunggyi region. The abundance of strawberries being harvested has led to a…
After three years without confirmed detections, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have officially declared the northern giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia)…
The House recently rejected a stopgap spending bill that would have included a debt limit increase demanded by President-elect Donald Trump, as well as economic assistance for farmers. The bill…
The U.S. fresh pear industry is currently facing a historic downturn, as outlined in the recently published Fresh Apples, Grapes, and Pears: World Markets and Trade Report by the USDA.…
Summerfruit Australia Announces Search for New CEO Summerfruit Australia, the leading industry body representing the summerfruit growers in Australia, has announced the commencement of the search for a new Chief…
The East Allen Township Board of Supervisors recently granted conditional use approval to BrightFarms for its ambitious 1.5 million-square-foot greenhouse project. This decision was made through a unanimous vote, with…
Brooke Rollins: A Texas World-Changer The state of Texas has a rich history of breeding world-changers, from Sam Houston to Sandra Day O’Connor. And now, another name rises out of…
Mexico's table grape season has come to a close, providing an opportune moment to reflect on the current state of the industry. Freshfruitportal.com recently had the chance to speak with…
White House Requests $21 Billion in Disaster Aid for Farmers and Rural Communities Impacted by Natural Disasters On Monday, the Biden administration formally requested $21 billion in disaster aid from…
As Congress reconvenes after the election of President-elect Donald Trump, the potential for an emergency relief package for farmers has become a focal point. With farmers struggling due to falling…
In September, grocery prices experienced their largest jump since January, with a 0.4% increase driven by price hikes across various staple foods, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).…