Category: Crop Production
USDA not expecting immediate shortages because of ports labor disputes
The workers strike on the East Coast and Gulf Coast ports isn’t expected to bring immediate supply problems. That’s the view of the USDA.
FishPoop.com fertilizer wins OMRI status
A fertilizer based on seafood excrement has achieved OMRI status.
Study shows how human urine could fertilize crops
A new study shows how human urine could fertilize crops.
Exacto receives growth investment boost
Exacto, a provider of agricultural, horticulture and turf solutions, has received a growth investment from S2G Ventures and Skyline Global Partners.
NASS set to release 2023 Irrigation and Water Management report earlier than expected
The USDA’s NASS released an email that notified the public that the date of the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management data report has changed.
Farmworker and grower employer group WAFLA changes name
A national farmworker and grower employer group is updating its name.
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.
Meridian Growers releases August pistachio market update
Meridian Growers sent an email detailing American pistachio industry shipments, which total 1.18 billion pounds for the 2023-24 year.
NCAE sues to block new labor rule impacting farmers
The NCAE has filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Labor’s new rule governing temporary agricultural workers.
FIRA USA to bring growers, tech leaders to California ag robotics show
The third edition FIRA USA’s ag robotics show will be in northern California this fall.
Reinke Manufacturing invests $12 Million in facility modernization
Reinke Manufacturing has announced a $12 million investment in modernizing and automating its manufacturing facilities.
Key Technology launches high-capacity vibratory conveyors for advanced food processing
Key Technology has introduced high-capacity vibratory conveyors designed to handle up to 100,000 pounds of product per hour.
Meridian Growers reports erratic pistachio harvest, rising almond prices
Meridian Growers released its latest almond and pistachio crop update, stating pistachio harvest has had a “slow and unpredictable” start.
Bion’s nitrogen fertilizer gains OMRI listing for organic use
Bion Environmental Technologies, Inc.’s commercial 10-0-0 nitrogen fertilizer is now OMRI listed for organic use.
Oxbo named official pistachio equipment partner for Fresno State
Specialty crop harvesting equipment and controlled application equipment manufacturer Oxbo is partnering with Fresno State University on pistachio harvesting machinery.