The On-Farm Water Management Program will be boosted by $475,000 to support projects such as wells and ponds. It’s in response to the droughty summer.

The Innovations Program celebrates five categories: agronomics, equipment, livestock, business solutions and environmental sustainability.

The deadline for applications is September 2, 2025.

A total of 474 growers representing 640,000 potato acres across the U.S. and Canada have reported progress in sustainability metrics in 2024.

The Agricultural Adaptation Council is organizing a September 17 event in Niagara Falls to shape long-term success for the agri-food chain.