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Adament Fungicide Registered For Use On Grapes And Stone Fruit

A new fungicide from Bayer CropScience combines two modes of action for crop protection.

Terhune Orchards Recognized With Farm Marketing Award

A prominent fruit grower received New Jersey Agricultural Society’s highest honor for his growing operation.

Irrigation Association Applauds Passage Of Water-Use Efficiency Act

The House of Representatives passed a bill that authorizes $100 million for the creation of a water-use efficiency research program.

U.S. Apple Appoints New Director Of Regulatory And Industry Affairs

Mark Seetin brings a range of skills and experience to his new regulatory role with U.S. Apple.

John Holmes Of OFA Dies Unexpectedly

A top ranking Association of Floriculture Professionals officer who managed events for Ohio Produce Growers & Marketers Association passed away last week.

Conference For Fruit Growers Held In Alaska

An agriculture conference in Alaska covered fruit growing topics for the first time this year.

Clutch Insecticide Registered For Soil Application

There is a new insecticide available for early season applications to soil.

Significant Changes In Apple Holdings Compared To 2008

The results of a U.S. Apple survey demonstrate noteworthy changes in apple holdings for 2009.

State of California Establishes Specialty Crop Advisory Committee

Growers can sign up now to serve on committee to make recommendations on how money to support fruit and vegetables is spent.

Olives May Be Rescued By Helpful Wasp

Beneficial wasp could be best bet for saving orchards from olive fruit fly.

Number Of U.S. Farms Has Increased

The 2007 Census of Agriculture shows positive trends in many areas of farming.

Large Certification Agency Launches Improved Organic Directory

California Certified Organic Farmers beefs up its roster with several new tools for organic growers.

Michael Donaldson Named President And CEO Of Valent

A crop protection industry veteran has been appointed to the top position at Valent Corporation.

Keep Borders Open In Economic Crisis

Banker asks those attending the International Fruit Tree Association’s annual meeting this week in Germany to take a global view of the upheaval, and to realize that fruit growers have it better than most.

California Stone Fruit Company Wins IPM Award

FreshSense, which conducts consumer research and builds marketing strategies for three of California’s largest stone fruit growers, has been recognized for its efforts in promoting integrated pest management.

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