Scientists Look to Build a Better Bell Pepper Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 8, 2020 Find out how bringing spicy heat to the mix could lead to varieties resistant to root-knot nematodes.Read More
Florida Growers Look to Move Beyond Coronavirus By Frank Giles|July 6, 2020 With market demand returning and federal relief flowing, specialty crop producers hope to return to more normalcy.
New Contracts to Help Keep USDA Food Box Full Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 2, 2020 Among the second round of COVID-19-related aid, the government agency will purchase $512 million in fresh fruits and vegetables.
Vegetable Growers Rally to Conquer COVID-19-Induced Challenges By Carol Miller|July 1, 2020 Our experts weigh in on how the pandemic affected the industry and what lies ahead.
Fresh Express Recalls Salad Mixes Implicated in Midwest Outbreak Posted by Carol Miller|July 1, 2020 CDC and FDA traced the contaminated product to an Illinois facility.
Market Disruptions Changed Vegetable Production Plans Posted by Carol Miller|July 1, 2020 Due to when we conducted our State of the Vegetable Industry Survey, we gained insight into how growers changed their crop plans for 2020.
Sakata Picks Up Danziger Bell Pepper Line By Matthew J. Grassi|July 1, 2020 The purchase entitles Sakata to all existing assets of Danziger’s blocky bell pepper breeding program and will further solidify Sakata’s prominent position in the global pepper market, according to a recent press bulletin.
Coronavirus Illustrates Importance of a Sustainable Food Chain By Frank Giles|June 29, 2020 What I learned from a haircut during a pandemic.
Survey Reveals Top Opportunities and Threats to Florida Ag By Frank Giles|June 25, 2020 Fruit and vegetable growers in the Sunshine State place trade high on their agenda.
New Multi-State Bagged Salad Outbreak Centered in Midwest Posted by Carol Miller|June 24, 2020 CDC says ALDI, Hy-Vee, and Jewel-Osco are likely involved, but some cases cannot be traced to the stores.
In What Ways Will COVID-19 Change the Vegetable Industry? [Opinion] By Carol Miller|June 24, 2020 If anything, the pandemic has proven how important connectivity is for the economy to keep functioning.
Are Your Farm Tractors up to the Task? By Matthew J. Grassi|June 24, 2020 Making sure your current equipment has enough versatility and tech to remain useful for years ahead is one way to save money in a tough year.
Organic Farming Research Projects You Should Know By Carol Miller|June 24, 2020 These studies have implications for your vegetable production practices and your marketing message.
Bees Are Still Working – and That’s Good News for All of Us By Dick Rogers|June 23, 2020 Pollinators continue to persist, some despite having a pandemic of their own to deal with.
Why Growers on the Front Lines Deserve Support By Lisa Lochridge|June 19, 2020 If anything, this pandemic has shone a spotlight on the importance of American farmers and the essential work they do every day.
Everything You Should Know About Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus By Gene McAvoy|June 18, 2020 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods of this plant malady.
The Recovering Foodservice Sector: What to Expect By Carol Miller|June 17, 2020 New report from Rabobank reveals recovery is going better than what you might expect.
Inside the Produce Industry’s First-Ever Virtual Event By Matthew J. Grassi|June 17, 2020 United Fresh Live! is happening this week, here are a few sessions that might be of interest.
Working Remote a Natural Fit for this Organic Grower By Carol Miller|June 17, 2020 See how Duncan Family Farms is using technology to successfully manage its far-flung ranches.
Field Scouting Guide: Squash Vine Borer By Karli Petrovic|June 17, 2020 What you need to identify and manage this insect.