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Olympia Priorities
Fruit Grower Report
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association came into 2026 with a list of legislative priorities to tackle and look ahead with plenty of following up to do.
WSTFA Lobbying Efforts
Fruit Grower Report
Much of what the Washington State Tree Fruit Association is focused on is engagement in state government affairs to help address the market uncertainty driven by government policy.
Ag Crisis in Washington
Fruit Grower Report
Whether it’s the cost of farming, the overtime laws, the CCA fuel tax, or the unionization of agricultural workers, growing food in Washington state is not easy.
Sweet Trend Fuels Pistachio Boom
California Ag Today
Dubai chocolate’s popularity is helping push prices higher and creating new uses for California pistachios.
Ag Stories on Social Media
Fruit Grower Report
So many of the problems facing farmers today comes from a lack of understanding among the public about where their food comes from and what it takes to produce it.
California Farmers Feel Impact of Renewed Trade Fight
California Ag Today
Exports to China fell sharply in 2025, according to new findings from agricultural economists.
Vintage Tractors Roll Into Georgia Ag Week Celebration
Southeast Regional Ag News
A Capitol display highlights agriculture’s deep roots and ongoing impact across the region.
Adopt An Avocado Tree?
Farm of the Future
Commodity markets have been brutal this past year for many different crops, prompting some farmers to get creative with their marketing.
Don't Blame President
Fruit Grower Report
When contacting your legislators to discuss your concerns about the challenges facing farmers today, it’s important to keep a level head.
Learn Forestry Skills at California Tree School
California Ag Today
Hands-on classes in Paradise and Eureka will help community members explore forest health, fire resilience and natural resource management.
Talk to Legislators
Fruit Grower Report
With all of the challenges facing the agricultural industry, it’s never been more important that our legislators understand what is actually happening out there.
Ag Priorities in Olympia
Fruit Grower Report
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association came into this year’s legislative session with a list of priorities and will leave with plenty of following up to do.
Ag Union Problems
Fruit Grower Report
When Senate Bill 6045 failed to get a deadline vote last week, many were relieved that giving collective bargaining rights to Washington farm workers was shelved for now.
From Farms to Food Banks: USDA Announces $263 Million Plan
California Ag Today
The Department of Agriculture will purchase dairy, legumes, nuts, and more to help producers and communities in need.
AEWR and More
Fruit Grower Report
As you probably know, there have been changes to how the Adverse Effect Wage Rate is calculated and many in the ag workforce say that’s a good thing. But is there more?
Agriculture Crisis
Fruit Grower Report
David DuCharme, lobbyist for the Washington State Tree Fruit Association, says the situation agriculture finds itself in today is undeniable.