Washington Apple Crop Forecast Same As Last Year Posted by David Eddy|August 10, 2020 The predicted 134 million boxes of fresh apples barely tops 2019, and the state’s new signature cultivar, ‘Cosmic Crisp’, shows up in the outlook.
First HLB Bacteria Found in California Commercial Citrus Grove Posted by David Eddy|August 7, 2020 Asian citrus psyllid found in Riverside County confirmed positive for bacteria that causes the deadly disease.
Farmworker Pandemic Safety Campaign Launched Posted by David Eddy|August 4, 2020 California foundation encourages farmworkers to keep themselves and their families safe during the pandemic.
USDA Projects California Almond Crop Up Nearly 20% Posted by David Eddy|July 7, 2020 The National Agricultural Statistics Service estimates that the 2020 crop will be 3 billion pounds, up 18% from the 2019 crop.
Almond Industry Revamps Almonds.com Posted by David Eddy|July 7, 2020 Website redesign based on user interviews to deliver optimal experience.
Wine Grape Growers Brace for Big Hit From COVID-19 Posted by David Eddy|June 29, 2020 Analysis says the toll for the California industry could be at least $437 million. Find out the major factors.
Berry Growers Urged to Take Pricing Survey Posted by David Eddy|June 9, 2020 North American Raspberry & Blackberry Association collaborating on survey of growers on retail strategies and impacts of COVID-19.
U.S. Has Record Number of Apples in Storage Posted by David Eddy|June 9, 2020 Both fresh and total apple holdings are nearly 25% higher than they were one year ago.
Fruit Breeder Extraordinaire Floyd Zaiger Dies By David Eddy|June 8, 2020 Zaiger, the inventor of the Pluot, among many other fruits, was 94.
Almond Industry Stunned by Sudden Loss of Leader Posted by David Eddy|May 27, 2020 Christi Heintz, former Director of Production Research and Environmental Affairs for the Almond Board of California, apparently died from a bee sting.
California Nut Industry Funds 4 New Extension Researchers Posted by David Eddy|May 26, 2020 State tree nut associations have provided about $425,000 to cover cost of the new staff members.
Washington Farmworker Housing May Allow Bunk Beds Posted by David Eddy|May 18, 2020 Original state proposal called for ban on bunk beds, but rules now call for allowance of groups of up to 15 people.
Third Straight Record-Breaking Almond Crop Predicted Posted by David Eddy|May 12, 2020 Crop expected up nearly half a billion pounds as growers keep planting – and getting better yields – year after year.
$1 Million in Fresh Produce Going to Healthcare Responders Posted by David Eddy|April 27, 2020 Leading fruit and vegetable companies collaborate with PRO*ACT for feeding our front lines during COVID-19 crisis.
Washington Growers Fear Farmworker Housing Cuts of Up to 50% Posted by David Eddy|April 27, 2020 A COVID-19-related lawsuit has spurred the state to propose emergency rules that would severely limit the use of bunk beds.
California Almond Acreage Up 10% Posted by David Eddy|April 24, 2020 State’s total acreage topped 1.5 million acres in 2019.
COVID-19 Rescue Package Approved by House Contains Nearly $10 Billion for Ag Posted by David Eddy|March 27, 2020 Guaranteed loans for small businesses to retain workers and additional money for SNAP also are included.
Grower Groups Urge USDA to Buy $1 Billion in Perishable Food Posted by David Eddy|March 26, 2020 Swift action called for to purchase commodities caught in supply chain limbo as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Small Farmers’ Guide to the COVID-19 Outbreak Posted by David Eddy|March 23, 2020 Now is the time for direct-market growers to determine the best methods to find and connect with your customers.
USApple Joins Ag Groups, Calls for State Department to Expedite Ag Worker Visas Posted by David Eddy|March 19, 2020 With many foreign workers just about to arrive to help with orchard tasks, growers need relief.
How You Can Help Give New Apple Variety a Name By Washington State University College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences|April 20, 2024
Share Your Knowledge at the First CEAg World Conference and Expo Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 19, 2024