FDA To Hold Public Meeting On FSMA Preventive Controls For Human And Animal Food Final Rules Posted by Christina Herrick|September 26, 2015 USDA’s FDA announced a public meeting to offer the opportunity for discussion on the recently finalized rules on […]Read More
Avoid These Mistakes When Flying Drones Over Your Farm Field By Ksenia Korolkova, Proofminder|April 24, 2024
Chapter 11 Proceedings Help Troubled Florida Tomato Producer Out Of The Red Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 25, 2015 Bankruptcy court confirms sale of 1,151 acres in auction that clears way for continued operations at Grainger Farms.
Don’t Get Blindsided By Flower Blight Of Southern Pea By Gene McAvoy|September 24, 2015 Learn how to ID, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this vegetable disease.
YouTube Channel Provides Safety Videos For National Farm Safety Week Posted by Christina Herrick|September 23, 2015 This week marks National Farm Safety Week and 10 U.S. Agricultural Centers, with funding from the National Institute […]
Beneficial Insect Causes Problems On Tomatoes Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 23, 2015 The tomato bug may control whitefly populations in greenhouses but it is wreaking havoc in tomato fields in South Texas.
USDA Commits $2.5 Million To Expand New Farmer Education Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 23, 2015 Training will also help returning service members and urban producers.
Fungicide/Bactericide From Nufarm Is Now OMRI Listed Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 22, 2015 ChampION++ can be used in organic production for several vegetables and fruits.
Center For Produce Safety Announces Its $20 Million Campaign Posted by David Eddy|September 22, 2015 Since its inception in 2007, the center has provided $16.4 million to fund critically-needed, actionable produce safety research.
Apples, Lettuce Among Top Organic Crops Produced Posted by Christina Herrick|September 22, 2015 Survey says sales, production increasing.
Best College Farms Battle It Out In National Ranking Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 21, 2015 Scores based on hands-on experiences, student involvement, degree plan options, and more.
A Farmer’s Road To Riches Is No Bed Of Roses By John VanSickle|September 21, 2015 Proactivity is the best way to take advantage when growth opportunities present themselves.
The Last Decade: A Total Disaster, Rousing Success For Florida Agriculture [Opinion] By Paul Rusnak|September 18, 2015 The last 10 years were far from perfect, but we can still strive for 2025.
Taste Is King When Talking Tomatoes By Rosemary Gordon|September 18, 2015 A University of Florida plant breeder discusses the importance of appealing to consumer senses when developing new varieties.
Tomatoes Are Source Of Salmonella Outbreak In Restaurant Chain Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 18, 2015 Investigators are working to trace back the tomatoes to the farm of origin.
Drought Costing California $1.84 Billion This Year Posted by Ann-Marie Jeffries|September 16, 2015 California agriculture will lose $1.84 billion and 10,100 jobs in 2015 because of the drought, according to the […]
Florida Declares Agricultural Emergency Over Invasive Pest Posted by Frank Giles|September 15, 2015 Oriental fruit fly in Miami-Dade County sparks quarantine and chemical treatments.
Syngenta’s Orondis Fungicide Receives EPA Approval Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 15, 2015 The fungicide offers a new mode of action to control soil and foliar diseases caused by Oomycete fungi in vegetables and potatoes.
New Anti-Browning Formula Prevents Browning Of Fresh-Cut Produce Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 15, 2015 The formula from Cal Poly halts microbial growth and extends shelf life.
Germains Seed Technology Grows North American Commercial Team Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 15, 2015 The company adds to the horticulture commercial team.
10 Tips To Help Deal With Financial Difficulties On The Farm Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 13, 2015 These 10 pointers are designed to prepare you financially for changes in the agricultural economy.