More About Government & Policy Concerns for Specialty Crop Agriculture It is always important to understand the policies surrounding our food sources, especially specialty crop agriculture. Earlier this month, I …
COVID-19
Categories COVID-19Industry Insights
Coronavirus Farm Assistance Program Empowers Fresh Produce
This week, the USDA-AMS approved funding for the Coronovirus Farm Assistance Program for $100 MILLION PER MONTH. Farm Assistance What does that mean for fresh produce? It means fruit and vegetables …
Categories COVID-19Industry Insights
The Importance of Fresh Produce in Animal Nutrition
Animal nutrition plays a vital role in the health and wellness of animals at the zoo. Did you know that zoo animals receive the same restaurant-quality produce that we eat? …
Categories COVID-19Healthy Living
What to Buy When Your Staples Are Out of Stock
Americans are buying more groceries due to COVID-19. If you encounter empty store shelves, here are some grocery substitutions for common staples.
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An Open Letter from Sarah McClarty, HMC Farms
The Produce Moms Covid-19 content series provides our community of consumer followers with perspectives and real-life stories from the agriculture supply chain. Today’s guest blog is authored by Sarah McClarty, …
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Understanding Farmworkers and H-2A In the United States
Understanding Farmworkers and H-2A In the United States with Dante Galeazzi, Texas International Produce Association We have been receiving a lot of correspondence at The Produce Moms around H-2A and farm …
Episode 94: Important Facts About COVID-19 and the Produce Industry with Ashley Nickle, Retail Editor for The Packer Newspaper and Editor in Chief for PMG
This episode focuses on the impact of COVID-19 on the produce industry, featuring guest Ashley Nickle, Retail Editor for The Packer Newspaper and Editor in Chief for PMG.
Categories COVID-19Healthy Living
Resources For Ordering Produce Online
List of resources for ordering produce online in the United States. Delivery and curbside pickup options for fresh produce items.
15 Recipes to Help You Escape to the Beach
Got cabin fever? Dreaming of relaxing on the beach? These beach recipes that will transport you and your family to sun-drenched shores!
