Management

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 »

Mitigating shrink in the production greenhouse

While the World Health Organization declared that COVID-19 is no longer a global health emergency over a year ago, the pandemic had a massive impact on the green industry and triggered ripple effects on the... more »

Plant breeding and pest management considerations for growers

The production of horticultural crops through plant breeding is important so that new plant varieties or cultivars are available to consumers who demand new, improved and easy-to-grow plants. To satisfy demands, breeders evaluate seedlings or... more »

Growing to a higher standard at James Greenhouses

As a young grower at a large perennial container nursery in South Carolina, Ken James realized there was room for more regional choices in vegetative liner production. With an enthusiasm for perennials, inspired by former... more »