Category: Postharvest
USDA offers $72.9M in specialty crop grants to boost competitiveness
The USDA has announced $72.9M in funds through the 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. Get more details on the funding and how to apply.
Sym-Agro introduces KitoGard for nematode and root disease control
Sym-Agro KitoGard nematicide helps fruit and nut growers control nematodes and boost root health. Learn more about the new solution.
Farm Bureau applauds USDA’s small farms focus
The Farm Bureau urges USDA to boost support for small farms. Learn what actions they recommend to strengthen the small farm program.
Proposed $60B addition to farm bill faces backlash over SNAP cuts
Controversial SNAP cuts tied to a $60B farm bill proposal spark bipartisan pushback. Learn what’s at stake for agriculture and nutrition.
Farm Bureau warns of estate tax farm threat
Looming estate tax changes threaten family farms. Read the analysis and comments from the American Farm Bureau Federation.
Farmers wary as U.S. pauses tariffs for some yet increases duties on China
The ag industry remains concerned about the trade impact of tariffs amid ongoing uncertainty. Read more for details on the tariff pause.
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. Discover how to apply now.
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 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.
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.
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, and pest pressure was notable.
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.
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.
Modified Atmosphere Packaging benefits nut industry
Modified Atmosphere Packaging technology offers benefits to the nut industry in terms of bulk packaging, supply chain efficiency.
Fox Packaging founder dies
Kenneth Fox, founder of Fox Packaging, has died.