Production
USDA discontinues use of ‘dated’ labor survey
The USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Network (NASS) has discontinued a method of measuring farm wages dating to the 19th century. The Agric... more »
NPC: Ag labor solutions require work but are attainable
Our nation’s capital is a busy place for our industry now, as several key agricultural labor issues are making waves. As always, the National Pot... more »
Potato products part of potential EU counter-tariffs
Potatoes are among the products the European Union says it will raise tariffs on in response to threatened Trump administration action if an agreement... more »
NAPSO Potato Storage Symposium set for July 28
With less than a week left before the inaugural North America Potato Storage Organization (NAPSO) Potato Storage Symposium, anticipation for the event... more »
Revitalizing the root of soil health
Netafim, the precision agriculture arm of Israeli company Orbia Advance Corp., launched its Hybrid Dripline system featuring a built-in outlet in Febr... more »
Fast-rising alternative aims to combat familiar foe
As well as a state name, Colorado is a Spanish word for the color red, and it may well be this second meaning — in addition to geographical location... more »
Dwindling demand causing acreage anxiety
Is the potato industry on course for a challenging season? An April release from the Michigan Potato Industry Commission indicated problems, statin... more »
Getting ahead of storage issues
What’s the best temperature for wound healing in postharvest storage? How much time does the process need? The answers start in the field. “Wou... more »
Legislation seeks immigration solution with path to legal status
Newly introduced bipartisan legislation would provide legal status for certain undocumented immigrants as ongoing immigration enforcement activities c... more »
SCFBA applauds rapid specialty crop assistance payments
The rapid delivery of a second round of federal assistance for specialty crop producers, coupled with millions of dollars in additional funding contai... more »
