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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.
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.
AEWR's New Benefits
Fruit Grower Report
Updating the methodology for calculating wages for foreign guest-workers should be a significant improvement for both farm employers and employees.
Funding Futures, Honoring Leaders
Southeast Regional Ag News
Agriculture officials in Alabama and Florida are opening doors for research, marketing and recognition in 2026.
WSTFA Lobbying Efforts
Fruit Grower Report
Washington State Tree Fruit Association members and staff gathered in Olympia recently to try and help close the ag knowledge gap between lawmakers and growers. WSTFA lobbyist, David Ducharme ...
Del Monte Closes Last Plant and Trump Reduces Tariffs on India
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers suffer major setback as Del Monte announced plans to close its only remaining cannery in the state, and President Trump says the U.S. will cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18% after India agreed to stop purchasing Russian crude oil.
Fresh Pears and other Produce
Fruit Grower Report
Promoting the availability and benefits of fresh fruits and vegetables is the focus of many in the ag industry, including the International Fresh Produce Association.
Idaho Ag Day
Idaho Ag Today
About 14 farm groups joined together inside the state’s Capitol building Jan. 13 to celebrate Idaho agriculture.
Mini WARN Act Fix
Fruit Grower Report
Many would argue that Washington’s agricultural industry is overwhelmed with regulations at an extreme cost. But WSTFA president Jon DeVaney says it’s not just the financial cost of these regulations but the complexity costs.
Income Vs Farm Labor Expenses
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
It’s no secret that the cost of agricultural labor is a major expense for farmers, but it has exploded in recent years to a level that many cannot afford.
Cracking the Pistachio Problem
California Ag Today
UC Davis scientists uncover how changes in fruit cell walls lead to costly hull split and point the way toward stronger crops.
AEWR Reform for Ag Empoyers
Fruit Grower Report
Recent reforms approved for the methodology in calculating the Adverse Effect Wage Rate should be helpful for farm employers trying to manage their budgets in the coming years.
Healthy Diet Starts on Farm
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says a balanced diet shouldn’t be about elevating one food group over another.
Politics and Agriculture
Fruit Grower Report
Washington Post Columnist, Megan McCardle wonders what ever happened to trying to understand what the problems are and coming up with a compromise.
California Pears Vs Argentina and Ag Land Market Shifting
The Agribusiness Update
California pear growers need relief from Argentine imports they say have displaced their fruit in U.S. markets, and U.S. agricultural land market is shifting after years of steady growth.
Immigration and Ag Labor
Fruit Grower Report
Washington Post columnist, Megan McCardle was the keynote speaker at last month’s Washington State Tree Fruit Association Annual Meeting and immigration was a key talking point.
Tree Fruit Day in Olympia
Fruit Grower Report
Tree Fruit Day in Olympia on Wednesday, January 28th is fast approaching and if you haven’t signed up yet, now is the time.
Washington Apple Logo Benefits
Fruit Grower Report
Washington apples are the state’s most well-known crop, but that doesn’t give them immunity from today’s challenges in agriculture.