Management

How are you maximizing greenhouse production space?

During the hustle of the spring season, many ornamental growers feel the pressure of tight spaces during crop production and staging. For some growers, the idea of building or leasing additional growing structures may not... more »

UNH Cooperative Extension offers New England growers educational events, resources

University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension is hosting several upcoming events. Plus, it is offering resources for New England’s vegetable, fruit and greenhouse growers. From participating in surveys to attending regional conferences and webinars, there... more »

USDA issues disaster relief payments to farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is distributing more than $235 million in disaster relief payments to farmers and livestock producers impacted by natural disasters. Payments include $143 million in crop insurance indemnities for Florida... more »

Almanac partners with WiseConn to streamline smart irrigation

Almanac has announced a partnership with WiseConn, a move aimed at integrating smart irrigation technology into its agricultural platform. The collaboration allows farmers to optimize water usage through data-driven solutions, improving crop yields and reducing... more »

MSU forms new partnership to bridge research and business

Michigan State University AgBioResearch and three MSU colleges have announced a new partnership aimed at helping scientists turn research into practical solutions for businesses and government. The collaboration involves AgBioResearch, the College of Agriculture and... more »

Hurricane recovery efforts expand to include mental health support

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton across the southeastern U.S., AgriSafe is offering free FarmResponse training to professionals providing counseling services to agricultural communities affected by the storms. The training,... more »

USDA announces $233M in Hurricane Helene aid

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced over $233 million in indemnity payments for farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene through its Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index (HIP-WI) program. The program aims to assist producers in... more »

Florida emergency loan program for ag hurricane recovery

The Florida Commerce has activated a Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program focused on ag, offering $50 million to support businesses impacted by Hurricane Milton. Agricultural and aquaculture businesses can request up to $100,000, while... more »

Hurricane Helene causes billions in damage to Georgia agriculture

Georgia’s agricultural community is reeling from the destruction left by Hurricane Helene, which caused an estimated $6.46 billion in damage, state officials said. The storm, which struck on Sept. 26, is the third to hit... more »

IFPA, AmericanHort lead legal fight against DOL’s H-2A rule

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) and AmericanHort, alongside several other agricultural organizations, have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), challenging new H-2A regulations. The lawsuit claims the rule is unconstitutional,... more »