Category: Production
Pair of new pest control products registered in California
A pair of products from pest management and plant health company ProFarm are now registered in California. Learn more.
Cal-Organic Farms launches organic bite-sized potato line
Grimmway Produce Group brand Cal-Organic Farms has launched a new organic bite-sized potato line. Learn more.
Little Potato Company celebrates milestone with new logo
The Little Potato Company is kicking off a year-long 30th anniversary celebration with a new logo. Find out more.
Farm bill draft includes provisions addressing specialty crops
A farm bill draft released Feb. 13 by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee addresses specialty crops in several provisions. Learn more.
Labor litigator sees reasons for optimism in 2026
A prominent labor attorney says there’s reason for ag labor optimism heading into 2026. Learn more details.
Achieving a resistance milestone
Pale cyst nematode eliminated from Idaho potato field
Mexican potato growers strike to protest US competition
This past week, Mexican potato growers engaged in a national strike against competition from the U.S. Learn why the Mexican market is valuable
NPC disappointed that US/Japan deal does not address fresh market access
The National Potato Council has expressed disappointment that a US/Japan trade deal does not include fresh market access. Learn more.
Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown
Push for specialty crop emergency funding and lobbying for fresh potato access to Japan continues amid government shutdown. Learn more.
NPC CEO hopeful new trade model can propel potatoes into new markets
NPC CEO Kam Quarles hopeful that new trade model can help obtain US fresh market access to Japan. Read more.
NPC nabs share of $8.3M to boost specialty crop trade
USDA is awarding $8.3 million to address trade barriers and expand market access for U.S. specialty crops. Learn who the recipients are.
Recent labor developments spark optimism for long-term reform
Recent labor decisions have industry insiders cautiously optimistic that the political landscape may be favorable for long-lasting reform.
US fresh and frozen export volume rises despite overall dip
U.S. export volumes rose for fresh, frozen potatoes from July 2024-June 2025, while total volume dipped 3.75%. Find out the driving factors.
USDA discontinues use of ‘dated’ labor survey
The USDA has discontinued a method of measuring farm wages dating to the 19th century. Learn what the decision means for growers.