Coronavirus Not Being Felt Yet by U.S. Fruit and Vegetable Groups By Thomas Skernivitz|March 11, 2020 With most fruit and vegetable growers just gearing up for the season, the impacts are minimal so far.
Almond Industry Goes High-Tech to Help Bees Posted by David Eddy|February 28, 2020 BeeWhere, a new GIS mapping technology, lets almond growers and beekeepers know what the others are doing for more seamless production.
Almond Growers to Get Relief from Bacterial Blast Posted by David Eddy|February 20, 2020 EPA Approves Section 18 emergency registration request for kasugamycin on almonds in California.
Organic Farmers Set Course to Solve Climate Change Crisis Posted by David Eddy|February 18, 2020 Learn more about a plan to use organic farming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen food security.
Smoke Exposure a Growing Concern for Farmers and Farmworkers Posted by David Eddy|February 13, 2020 University of California study examines health and safety awareness around mounting threat of wildfires.
Big Bite Taken Out of California Wine Grape Crush Posted by David Eddy|February 10, 2020 Red varieties, which account for the largest share and draw the highest prices, were down 13% from 2018.
Fruit Industry Leaders Hail China Trade Deal Posted by David Eddy|January 16, 2020 USApple, California Fresh Fruit Association chiefs were on hand at the White House for the signing.
California Almond Board Unveils Pollinator Protection Plan Posted by David Eddy|January 15, 2020 Initiative includes a new collaboration with the North American non-profit known for National Pollinator Week.
Calling All U.S. Fruit Growers to Take Industry Survey Posted by David Eddy|October 28, 2019 Your feedback is needed on the state of production, markets, and more.
Sonoma County Wineries Feel Heat from Massive California Fire Posted by David Eddy|October 24, 2019 Witness reports vineyards can’t serve as fire breaks, as strong winds push embers miles ahead.
What Major Milestone Has Washington’s Wine Industry Reached? Posted by David Eddy|October 18, 2019 The nation’s second- largest wine producing state in the U.S. has grown leaps and bounds since the turn of the millennium.
USDA Declares Country Free of Plum Pox Virus Posted by David Eddy|October 17, 2019 After a 20-year battle with the disease, which can cause severe fruit yield and reduced marketability, government agency makes historic proclamation.
First Genome of Spotted Lanternfly Built From a Single Insect Posted by David Eddy|October 16, 2019 Invasive pest, first found in the U.S. five years ago, is a threat to become widely established in fruit and nut crops.
Stone Fruit Industry Giants Gain More Strength in Merger Posted by David Eddy|September 25, 2019 Gerawan Farming and Wawona Packing combine forces in major deal. See what it means for both companies, clients, and employees.
Meet the New Leader of the California Citrus Research Board Posted by David Eddy|September 18, 2019 Find out which industry veteran is taking the reins of the organization after nearly a year-long search to fill the position.
USApple Outlook: Exports Down; Crop Up By Christina Herrick|August 27, 2019 Trade issues loom large, as while production is up this year, exports are way off from the previous year.
Gavel Passes to New USApple Board Chairman Posted by David Eddy|August 26, 2019 California apple grower who also farms olives is named new leader at association’s annual meeting.
EPA Sued for Not Banning Chlorpyrifos Posted by David Eddy|August 7, 2019 Environmental, medical, and labor organizations claim the widely used pesticide is linked to learning and intellectual disabilities in children.
Washington Apple Harvest Forecast Up Nearly 20% Posted by David Eddy|August 7, 2019 The state’s fresh pack crop is predicted to be 137.3 million boxes, up 18% over 2018.
‘Cosmic Crisp’ Apple Breeder to Lead Washington Research and Extension Center Posted by David Eddy|July 19, 2019 Kate Evans, who managed the release of the highly anticipated apple variety, replaces Jim McFerson as Director of the tree fruit research facility.
What You Need To Know about New Final Rule That Protects Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 26, 2024
Avoid These Mistakes When Flying Drones Over Your Farm Field By Ksenia Korolkova, Proofminder|April 24, 2024