Ways Blueberry Growers Can Best Maximize Pollination in Their Fields By Lisa DeVetter|February 6, 2024 Take heed of these buzzworthy insights about hive placement and spacing gathered by researchers.Read More
Help Us Find the Next Apple Grower of the Year By David Eddy|February 5, 2024 Nominate someone who has made a positive impact on the apple industry. Let us hear your voice.
Why You Need To Plan New Almond Plantings Carefully By Franz Niederholzer|February 5, 2024 Here are some observations and resources that may help you make variety and rootstock selection decisions when planting a new almond orchard.
Is a New Coffee-Growing Ecosystem Brewing on the Horizon? By Paul Rusnak|February 2, 2024 Scientists unveil the process of creating lab-grown coffee and why it’s vital to the crop’s future.
Financial Help on the Way to Growers Hit by Idalia Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 2, 2024 Florida Commissioner of Agriculture announces approval of first loan for farmers that were impacted by the major hurricane.
What the Latest California Avocado Crop Is Looking Like By California Avocado Commission|February 1, 2024 California Avocado Commission shares official 2023-2024 forecast and new plans for marketing.
What Nut Growers Should Know About the Carpophilus Beetle By David Eddy|January 30, 2024 Yet another invasive insect to wreak havoc on crops? Learn more about the latest of invasions that threatens California tree nuts.
By The Numbers: Significant 2023-2024 U.S. Apple Production Stats By Thomas Skernivitz|January 30, 2024 Led by Washington state, nation’s November storage numbers the highest since 2014; ‘Honeycrisp’ finishes No. 1, ahead of ‘Gala’.
Almond Growers Warned To Watch for Unusual Disease Outbreak By UC Agriculture and Natural Resources News|January 29, 2024 University of California scientists say wet winter there and El Niño creating favorable conditions for aerial Phytophthora pathogen.
Ways Phenotyping Has a Growing Sense for Plant Health By Thomas Skernivitz|January 29, 2024 Purdue University blends agriculture and bioengineering to develop patented phenotyping tool.
Watch for New Substantial Pesticide Restrictions From EPA By Brian R. Levey, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Nancy B. Beck, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Andrew J. Turner, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Javaneh S. Tarter, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Matthew Z. Leopold, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP|January 25, 2024 To help meet endangered species obligations, the government agency is laying the groundwork for ambitious plans to facilitate key review process.
Agricultural Robotics Market Poised To Kick Growth Into High Gear Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 25, 2024 The escalating cost of labor continues to push farm automation to new levels. Report expects an $86.5 billion enterprise by 2033.
Healthy Plant Nutrition Advice for Apple Growers By Thomas Skernivitz|January 23, 2024 Suppliers point enquiring producers in the direction of crop input expertise.
Big Plans To Help Mitigate Fruit Fly Scourge in California By California Department of Food and Agriculture|January 22, 2024 All host fruit for the Oriental fruit fly to be removed from properties, with trees remaining in place.
New Record Holder! 2023 Was Earth’s Warmest Year — By Far By Paul Rusnak|January 22, 2024 NOAA analysis confirms what was expected. Not only was 2023 the warmest in 174 years of recordkeeping, it did so by a record-setting margin.
How Stone Fruit Quality Follows the Light By Kevin Day|January 22, 2024 Learn the ways that light interception is critical in fresh market stone fruit orchards.
Watch for Improved Pollinator Habitats in California Citrus Groves By California Farm Bureau|January 19, 2024 $5 million grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture to encourage more climate-smart farming practices in 11 counties.
Spotlight On 6 Sweet Apple and Berry Varieties Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 16, 2024 Check out several apple and berry selections from leading nurseries and fruit breeders.
Where New Markets Could Open up for California Almonds By USDA Foreign Agricultural Service|January 16, 2024 USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service recently identified fresh market opportunities for California almond exports. Find out where.
Good Bugs Helping Grape Growers Win Against Weeds By Thomas Skernivitz|January 15, 2024 Colorado producers bring beneficial insects to the front line in their fight against bindweed, thistle, and more.