Farm labor groups sue over H-2A regulations

A group of growers and farm advocacy groups is challenging new H-2A rules in the courts. The Worker and Farmer Labor Association (WAFLA), the National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE), othe... more »

California almond shipments drop 21%, industry faces uncertain 2024 crop outlook

The California almond industry kicked off the 2024 crop year with August shipments totaling 168.3 million pounds, marking a 6% decline from July and a 21% drop compared to last year, Blue Diamond Grow... more »

Farm Bureau publishes presidential candidates’ positions

For four decades, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has asked every presidential candidate to provide responses to issues likely to impact and affect farmers and ranchers and rural co... more »

Meridian Growers releases August pistachio market update

Meridian Growers sent an email that detailed the American pistachio industry shipments, which total 1.18 billion pounds for the 2023-24 crop year, marking a 31% increase over the previous year. Acc... more »

U.S. pistachio industry sees record growth in 2023/2024 crop year

The U.S. pistachio industry achieved significant milestones during the 2023/2024 crop year, with global demand increasing and growers processing a record-breaking crop. According to the Administrat... more »

Reinke Manufacturing invests $12 Million in facility modernization

Reinke Manufacturing, an irrigation systems provider, has announced a $12 million investment in modernizing and automating its manufacturing facilities in Deshler, Nebraska. The investment aims to enh... more »