associations

Washington apple forecast predicts return to normal with exceptional quality

The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) is characterizing this year's harvest as a promising outlook. The association is projecting the 2024 apple harvest at 124 million forty-pound boxes. The estimate signals a return to... more »

American Cider Association calls on cider makers to participate in survey

The American Cider Association (ACA) is urging commercial cider makers to participate in its 2023 Cider Production Survey. The survey's purpose is aimed at gathering vital production data to provide Congress, media and buyers information... more »

IFPA unveils speakers for 2024 Global Produce and Floral Show

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has unveiled its lineup of keynote speakers for the 2024 Global Produce and Floral Show, promising to provide attendees with exclusive insights into the industry’s future, political trends, entrepreneurship... more »

Watermelon Board opens comment period for assessment increase

The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) has proposed a 3 cent per hundredweight increase in its assessment rate, raising the total to 9 cents per hundredweight. This proposed hike, split between growers and shippers and... more »

Michigan Apple exports increase since 2020

The Michigan Apple industry has seen a steep increase in apple exports since 2020, with bushels shipped increasing by 40%, according to the U.S. Apple Export Council. “Michigan’s surge in apple exports is a testament... more »

NARBA, NASGA set to host annual conference in Hawaii

Hawaii will be the location of next year's annual meeting of two berry growers groups. The North American Raspberry & Blackberry Association (NARBA) and the North American Strawberry Growers Association (NASGA) plan to convene the... more »

NCAE celebrates ag victory

The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the Chevron doctrine in the case of Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo. The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) hailed the landmark decision, which limits the executive branch's regulatory... more »

USAID panel participation leads to Guatemalan trip

I was invited to participate in a panel discussion on “Legal Labor Pathways” for U.S. agricultural jobs. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) hosted the panel that took place in early May. Unlike many... more »

USHBC releases annual impact report

In a recent email, Shelly Hartmann, chair of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC), shared the organization’s accomplishments despite the challenges faced in 2023. Hartmann emphasized the council's efforts in promoting the blueberry industry, maintaining... more »

USApple celebrates Apples4Ed grant winners

The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) has awarded Apples4Ed grants to five schools from around the nation for the 2023-24 school year. Each $5,000 grant will support initiatives that expose students to a wider variety of... more »