American Vegetable Grower November 2015
In This Issue
Presenting American Vegetable Grower’s 2016 Product Guide
American Vegetable Grower presents the products that can help you get the job done on your farm and orchard.
Do Your Homework When Shifting To Veggies
Ornamental grower Good Harvest Farms began growing hydroponic lettuce 15 years ago. Owner Chris Powell says having a reliable market and emphasizing quality are critical.
The Quest For The Perfect Vegetable Variety
Vegetable seed breeders highlight varieties that not only have exceptional grower qualities, but also boast great flavor and other traits pertinent to consumers.
Figuring Out The Food Safety Modernization Act
Experts outline the most important steps to help you remain compliant for the final Produce Safety Rule.
Key Considerations When Growing Under Cover
Some critical points to think about before adding a controlled environment component to your operation include market, structures, crop choice, and labor.
Making The Move To Protected Agriculture
High tunnels have helped one Alabama grower produce high-quality crops year-round while providing a significant return on investment.
Words From The 2015 Grower Achievement Award Winner
Peter Pero IV of Pero Family Farms, the 2015 Grower Achievement Award recipient, said his plan going forward is to promote nutrition.
11 Onions You Need To Know
Check out these 11 onion varieties with great disease resistance packages and high yield potential.
Weather Changes Alter Pest Populations, Plant Pathogens
The weather trends in the West are driving the biology in commercial agricultural fields, and plant diseases have been influenced by these weather developments.
The Importance Of Consistency And Predictability In Potato Varieties
One of the reasons Russet Burbank is still around while other varieties have gone by the wayside is that it is relatively consistent in its performance.
Building A Business Takes More Than Buzzwords
A marketing plan that includes every currently popular catch phrase is going to raise more red flags than interest in a business proposal.
Taste Is King When Talking Tomatoes
A University of Florida plant breeder discusses the importance of appealing to consumer senses when developing new varieties.