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House passes farm bill by 224-200 vote; fight awaits in Senate
A day after negotiations stalled over issues including a fuel fracas, the U.S. House passed its farm bill by a 224-200 vote. See what’s next.
Survey finds 70% of farmers cannot afford enough fertilizer for the year
A new survey found that 70% of American farmers worry they cannot afford to purchase enough fertilizer to make it through the year.
Greenhouse growers shift from cutting energy costs to optimizing crop performance
Growers are shifting from cutting energy use to optimizing it for crop performance. See how electrification and pricing volatility reshape greenhouse production.
Georgia producers can apply for Hurricane Helene loss assistance in eligible counties
Georgia producers in eligible counties may apply to the Georgia Department of Agriculture for compensation related to Hurricane Helene losses. Covered categories include infrastructure, nursery crops, pecans, blueberries, citrus, and damaged plasticulture and bare-ground practices.
Biotalys biofungicide EVOCA gains Florida registration
EPA approves Biotalys’ EVOCA biofungicide for U.S. growers. Learn more about targeting botrytis and powdery mildew in greenhouse and field crops.
SAF fly-in highlights grower losses, funding priorities on Capitol Hill
SAF delegation met with lawmakers to push for floriculture research funding and inclusion in a proposed $15B–$17B aid package. Learn more about the details of this meeting to support floriculture.
AFE accepting grant proposals to fund floriculture education initiatives
AFE is accepting applications for 2026-2027 educational grants supporting floriculture programs. Deadline is June 1, 2026.
USDA opens $27.7M in grants for farmers markets, direct-to-consumer programs
Eligible operators and food businesses should review requirements and apply via Grants.gov by June 5, 2026.
Ag committee chair pushes for more grower aid as farm bill vote gains momentum
The chair of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is advocating for an additional $20 billion to help farmers offset rising production costs as lawmakers hope for a farm bill vote on the House floor by the end of the month.
USDA funding aims to provide boost to US exports
USDA announces 55 recipients of trade promotion funding and anticipates additional infusion of funds in 2027.
Premier Tech enters vertical farming market with Inno-3B, Artechno deals
Premier Tech launched a new CEA division after acquiring Inno-3B and Artechno to deliver integrated vertical farming solutions. Explore how this expansion will deliver integrated solutions for growers worldwide.
Registration opens for 2026 Southern Garden Tour across three states
The 2026 Southern Garden Tour will take place June 2-4 across three states, offering horticulture professionals the chance to evaluate new plant varieties in trial gardens.
CEA Alliance releases updated food safety guidelines for leafy greens, herbs
The CEA Alliance updated its food safety guidelines for leafy greens and herbs to reflect new science and regulations, including traceability and water rules. The second edition builds on the widely used 2023 version.
Darwin Perennials Day returns June 17 in West Chicago
Darwin Perennials Day 2026 provides a mid-season opportunity for industry professionals to evaluate new perennial varieties and connect with suppliers.
ISHS group details tools and datasets for tracking plant water status
Researchers are advancing methods to measure plant water transport and status, combining sap flow techniques with additional sensors and expanding global datasets. These tools help scientists and growers better understand plant responses to water stress and changing environmental conditions.