Growing Produce Staff

How To Participate in Fall Creek Farm and Nursery’s First Global High Chill Field + Forum
Fall Creek’s 2026 Global High Chill Field + Forum to feature a full day of blueberry variety tours, applied research, retail insights, and more.
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Reservoir Farms Expanding Its Ag Tech Footprint Into Arizona
A big first for the company, Reservoir Farms has announced a pilot expansion into Yuma, AZ, for year-round ag tech testing in desert specialty crops.
U.S. Apple Association Makes Move To Amplify Its Voice in the Industry and Beyond
U.S. Apple Association has promoted Lynsee Gibbons to Vice President, Communications, strengthening the group’s advocacy efforts and visibility.
Biotalys Works Toward California Registration of Its New Biofungicide
State authority initiates public comment phase following positive health assessment, marking key step toward potential registration of Evoca biofungicide.
Video: How Grower Feedback Is Vital To Shaping New Vegetable Varieties
Watch and learn how grower feedback helps vegetable seed breeders stay ahead of the variety development game.
Sakata Seed Unveils New Broccoli Product Logo and More
Alongside the new logo, Sakata is introducing a new resource designed to support broccoli growers in key Eastern production regions.
What To Know About the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act
Bipartisan legislation makes key improvements to the accessibility and cost of agricultural labor through the H-2A visa program.
What To Know About Balchem’s New Nutrient Recommendation Tool for Specialty Crops
The free Metalosate T.E.A.M. platform translates complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for specialty crop professionals.
California Prune Board Set to Grow With New Leadership
The California Prune Board has officially seated its 22-member board and 15 alternates for the 2026-2028 term. Find out who is leading the charge.
Organic Pepper Program Grows Forward on Heels of Successful Trial
Specialty pepper company Ark Foods builds toward year-round organic availability, expanded growing regions, and more.
Legislators Lobby for More Help To Combat Grape Pest
California lawmakers urge USDA to provide emergency funding to address threat from the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter.
New Honey Bee Health Guide on Varroa Mite Management
The Honey Bee Health Coalition has just released the ninth edition of its Tools for Varroa Management Guide.
New CINNEX Insecticide and Fungicide Earns EPA Registration
Sym-Agro has received EPA registration of its CINNEX fungicide-insecticide for use on 93 crops across the U.S., except in California.
Fall Creek Nursery Adding Blackberries and Raspberries to Its Portfolio
Longtime blueberry producer Fall Creek Nursery acquires Italy-based Berryplant and Berrytech to bolster its genetics platform and expand market reach.
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New Learning Opportunity for Precision Spraying in Orchards
Munckhof Fruit Tech Innovators is introducing e-learning courses and masterclasses on the latest spraying techniques in orchards.
Where You Can See the Future of Veg This Summer
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds’ Future of Veg events return this summer with simultaneous field days in Woodland, CA and Plainfield, WI. Learn how to attend.
What To Know About the New Botanical Nematicide from BioWorks
BioWorks introduces TotalNema Ax nematicide to deliver unique nematode control for specialty ag crops.
Digital Deep Dive: Your Guide To Controlling Invasive Fruit Pests
No matter their origin, invasive insect pests can be a serious threat to crops. Learn more how to control them by taking a deep dive into a special report.
American Fruit Grower Wins National Award for Editorial Excellence
American Fruit Grower’s Inside the State of the Fruit Industry coverage earns silver award in 2026 Azbees Awards of Editorial Excellence.