Despite late start and smaller volumes, grower returns expected up for Southeast blueberry growers

Michael Hill, the CEO and owner of H&A Farms, with operations in Florida and Georgia spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about the ongoing season in both states and production volumes.

May 08 , 2025

The USDA will make disaster funding available for Georgia farmers by 'end of the month'

The Senator asked USDA Secretary, Brooke Rollins to expedite relief to Georgia farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene and to provide reasoning on why the administration cut Georgia's Local Foods for Schools Program (LFS).

May 08 , 2025

USDA announced disaster supplemental assistance and emergency loans for Kentucky residents

Severe storms, straight-line winds, deadly flooding, and landslides have hit the state, leaving many displaced and several farms grappling with the losses. 

May 07 , 2025

SeaPort Manatee announces new deputy director of engineering, construction

May 07 , 2025

Frutura LLC, Dayka & Hackett, Subsole and Frutura Uruguay announce B Corp certification

“Because one of Frutura’s central principles is the championing of ethical and responsible business practices in large-scale farming, being B Corp Certified was a priority from the outset,” said Frutura CEO David Krause.

May 07 , 2025

Oppy recognized among Canada's best managed companies

May 07 , 2025

Over 15,000 USDA employees have quit through Trump's financial incentives

The U.S. president's incentive program aims to shrink the federal workforce by offering several months of pay and benefits if they leave their jobs. 

May 07 , 2025

Taiwan blocks U.S. avocado imports over heavy metal levels

The shipment corresponds to 3,796.8kg of avocados imported by two separate companies, Chiawei Enterprise Co and Ourmart Marketing Co. 

May 07 , 2025

Avocados From Peru opens U.S. season early at taco festival in California

The event marked the early arrival of Peruvian avocados in the U.S. market.

May 07 , 2025

Driscoll’s honors longtime board member Neil DeFeo and welcomes Berry Marttin to Board of Directors

May 07 , 2025