Is Your Orchard Fit For A 5K? By Christina Herrick|November 5, 2014 Hosting a race can be a great way to tie your farm market to the running and fitness craze.Read More
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
Make Your Voice Heard On The Issues Important To Your Business. Here’s How. [Opinion] By Richard Jones|November 4, 2014 Ag’s voice is distressingly underrepresented on important issues for all of our businesses. Our GenNext Growers webcast series offers solutions to help you change that.
Christmas Carol Has Roots In Apple Orchards By Christina Herrick|November 1, 2014 Medieval tradition a way to bring people to the farm in the off season as well as bless the trees for the next growing season.
Seeking Sustainability? Here’s Why Farmers Should Care About SARE By Christina Herrick|November 1, 2014 USDA wing offers grants and information to improve farm operations and farming practices.
USDA To Provide $4 Million For Honey Bee Habitat Posted by Lauren María Alexander|October 29, 2014 The funds will go toward helping growers implement conservation practices to improve honey bee health.
NOAA’s Winter Weather Outlook Runs Hot And Cold Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 27, 2014 Repeat of last year’s extreme cold and snow events east of the Rockies unlikely.
Tomato Survey Tracks Consumer Trends Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 23, 2014 Results indicate how labeling matters in purchasing decisions.
Florida Citrus Growers Get Box Tax Relief Posted by Frank Giles|October 23, 2014 Citrus Commission votes to put dollars back in producers’ hands to spur reinvestment.
Bill Gates Uploading Lots Of Florida Farmland Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 22, 2014 Recent acquisition for the Microsoft icon involves more than 4,500 acres for nearly $28 million.
USDA Awards $18 Million To Stimulate Research And Development Innovation Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 22, 2014 The grants will provide resources to help small operations create breakthroughs, says USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack.
McCrometer Introduces New Ag Management Mobile App Posted by Lauren María Alexander|October 22, 2014 The app displays data on weather, ET, soil moisture, water flow, and more.
It’s Time For Young Farming Leaders To Engage [Opinion] By Frank Giles|October 21, 2014 Florida Grower editor Frank Giles says there are capable and talented youths in the ag field ready to step up and take the reins.
Researchers Finding Biofuel Fits For Florida By Robin Koestoyo|October 21, 2014 Alternative crops identified that are suited for the state’s climate and can easily be processed for power.
Bayer CropScience Launches New Award To Recognize Produce Industry Innovators Posted by Christina Herrick|October 21, 2014 Award recognizes innovation that enhances the role of produce in creating better lives.
Report: Major Food And Agriculture Employers Can’t Fill Vital Jobs Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 21, 2014 Current shortage of young farming professionals means ample employment opportunity for the next generation.
Growers Need To Take The Ball And Run — Now! [Opinion] By Paul Rusnak|October 18, 2014 Help yourself, your farm, and fellow colleagues by becoming more involved in your industry.
Diversification Is King For Small Farm’s Success By Frank Giles|October 16, 2014 Being flexible and adapting to the times critical for Central Florida’s Vo-LaSalle Farms.
Vidalia Onion Committee Reaches Younger Audience with Digital Marketing Efforts Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 15, 2014 “V is for Vidalia” campaign focused on social and digital media outreach.
California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement Revises Website To Provide Easy Access To Food Safety Topics Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 15, 2014 The California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement’s revised website provides food safety news and resources.
UF/IFAS Joins In On Specialty Crop Block Grant Bonanza Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 15, 2014 Researchers partnering with FDACS and USDA on 24 separate projects to strengthen the produce market sector.