BioSafe Systems’ ZeroTol 2.0 Now OMRI Certified Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 25, 2015 Broad spectrum bactericide/fungicide is now cleared for use in organic production.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
Climatologist: Do Not Count On El Niño To End California Drought Posted by Christina Herrick|August 25, 2015 In a California Department of Food and Agriculture blog post, California state climatologist, Michael Anderson, urged growers to […]
Disease Resistance Is A Priority In Greenhouse Vegetable Varieties By Rick Snyder|August 25, 2015 When choosing varieties for the greenhouse keep in mind that they are bred for greenhouse conditions, such as lower light, higher humidity, and higher temperature.
Oregon Cherry Grower Announces Advancement In Modified Atmosphere Packaging Posted by Christina Herrick|August 24, 2015 View Fresh, a modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) system owned by Orchard View Farms of The Dalles, OR, announces the […]
Naturipe Farms Challenges Developers To Create The Blueberry Harvester Of The Future Posted by Christina Herrick|August 21, 2015 Naturipe Farms LLC., the global leader in growing and marketing blueberries, is challenging creative technology minds to innovate […]
Crop Values Hit Record Levels In One California County Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 19, 2015 In spite of the drought, the 2014 crop report for Santa Cruz County shows a $17 million increase from 2013.
Maps Show Impending Impact From WOTUS Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 19, 2015 Plots indicate expansion of EPA’s reach across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Montana.
National Vegetable Grafting Symposium Slated For December Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 19, 2015 The fourth symposium will precede the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable, and Farm Market Expo in Grand Rapids, MI.
Elizabeth Mitcham Honored As Outstanding Horticulturist Posted by Christina Herrick|August 18, 2015 Elizabeth Mitcham, a University of California (UC)-Davis scientist, was honored by the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) […]
Scientists Find Better Way To Save Strawberries From A Freeze Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 10, 2015 Automated irrigation control can keep water usage in check during cold protection practices.
Researchers Say Drones Will Play A Major Role In Farming Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 4, 2015 Texas A&M AgriLife researchers say the technology will offer growers precise information about their crops.
ReTain Now Registered For Double Application Posted by Christina Herrick|July 31, 2015 ReTain plant growth regulator (PGR) has been registered by EPA with a new label use that allows pome […]
Geometrically Speaking, Thinking Smaller Might Produce Big Savings For Vegetable Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 30, 2015 University of Florida scientist develops compact planting bed formula that cuts water, fertilizer, and pesticide use in half.
EPA Approves New 1-MCP Technology Posted by Christina Herrick|July 30, 2015 EPA approved Fysium, a new 1-MCP product from Pace International LLC. Considered new technology, this product is produced […]
Western Growers Praises Introduction Of California Emergency Drought Relief Act Posted by Rosemary Gordon|July 30, 2015 Legislation contains short- and long-term provisions to deal with the historic drought.
River Point Farms Sets Standard For Water Application, Conservation Practices Posted by Rosemary Gordon|July 28, 2015 Efficient systems help the Oregon farm, one of the largest onion growers in the U.S., achieve high yields while minimizing water inputs.
Natural Product Helps Prevent Cherry Cracking By Christina Herrick|July 28, 2015 Cherry cracking can be devastating to a grower. One day before harvest, everything looks beautiful. Then, it rains, and […]
WOTUS Wranglings Leaving Agriculture High And Dry [Opinion] By Frank Giles|July 17, 2015 In late May, the EPA announced the highly anticipated final rule re-defining the waters of the United States […]
South Florida Water Managers Keeping Close Eye On Dry Conditions Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 15, 2015 Traditional wet season has been anything but so far as certain parts of the region now experiencing “extreme drought.”
John Deere Gator Giveaway Winner Announced Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 13, 2015 Meister Media Worldwide (MMW) is proud to announce the winner of this year’s Gator Giveaway contest. The Gator […]