Postharvest

Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China

The ag industry remains concerned about the global trade impact of tariffs amid ongoing uncertainty. Get more details on the tariff pause. more »

USDA opens applications for FY 2026 agricultural trade promotion programs

USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service announced 2026 funding opportunities through four ag trade promotion programs. Get all the details now. more »

Western ag association expands to represent tree nut growers

The Western Agricultural Processors Association has rebranded as the Western Tree Nut Association. Learn how the change benefits growers. more »

More than 120 ag groups endorse pick for USDA post

The Almond Alliance and National Pecan Federation joined other ag groups in endorsing the latest USDA pick. Learn more about the nominee. more »

Processing redefined: Meridian Growers provides an integrated, service-driven approach

Meridian Growers operates one of the newest pistachio plants in the industry. Learn about its innovative approach to processing. ... more »

USDA aid to help growers recover from disasters

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has introduced programs designed to help specialty crop growers recover from natural disasters, including a trio of hurricanes that this fall struck the Southeast. ... more »

Blue Diamond reports 2024 almond harvest completion, pest pressures

Blue Diamond Growers announced the near completion of the 2024 almond harvest in its latest crop update. The report stated that most growers are wrapping up work across California's orchards. The r... 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 »