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IFPA Policy Retreat Gathers Industry Leaders to Set 2025 Advocacy Priorities
IFPA hosted a Policy Retreat this month, bringing together its U.S. Government Relations Council and Political Advisory Committee.
American Pistachio Growers unveils a list of fall events
American Pistachio Growers (APG) is hosting a variety of events this fall, ranging from networking opportunities to community-focused activities.
Food safety training planned by Georgia Department of Agriculture
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is scheduling food safety training.
Report: National land values stable
Regional shifts are creating new opportunities and risks while nationally, land values are reported as stable.
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.
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, a 6% decline from July.
Farm Bureau publishes presidential candidates’ positions
For more than 40 years, Farm Bureau has asked every presidential candidate to provide responses to issues likely to impact and affect farmers and ranchers and rural communities in the next 4 years.
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.
U.S. pistachio industry sees record growth in 2023/2024 crop year
The U.S. pistachio industry achieved significant milestones during the 2023/2024 year, with record-breaking crop, increased global demand.
AI robotics startup acquired by Kubota
Kubota Corp. has acquired Bloomfield Robotics Inc., a startup that uses advanced imaging and artificial intelligence to monitor individual specialty crop plant health and performance.
California marks 10 years of Sustainable Groundwater Management Act
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is marking the 10th anniversary of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), a law aimed at reducing overuse of groundwater and protecting water supplies.
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.
Almond Board prepares for 2024 conference, releases shortened agenda
The Almond Board of California released a short agenda for The Almond Conference 2024, and also shared that hotel rooms for the event are now available.