On Fire! Earth Just Sizzled Way to Its Hottest Month on Record Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 24, 2021 New global high temperature distinction is 142 years in the making. See just how hot it got.Read More
The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates By Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech|June 2, 2026
2 Mystery Plant Viruses a New Worry for Watermelon Growers in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 24, 2021 It appears crinkle leaf-associated virus 1 and 2 have made it to the Sunshine State. But there is still much to learn about the pathogens.
Tips To Tame Tomato Fruitworm, A Formidable Foe in the Field By Gene McAvoy|August 19, 2021 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this pest.
Increase in Extreme Weather Events Putting Growers to the Test By Carol Miller|August 18, 2021 All regions around the country are struggling with drought and floods. Our vegetable industry survey shows how producers have been impacted.
Potent Storm Season Rains Helping Pad Aquifer Levels in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 18, 2021 Report says plenty of precipitation to go around the Sunshine State as the tropics begin to heat up.
Feeling the Buzz: Like Many People, Honey Bees Like a Shot of Caffeine Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 17, 2021 It’s no wonder, as they improve their memory, boosting their learning ability.
We Believe in Florida Citrus Podcast: Ag Research Focused on HLB, Citrus Nutrition, and Water Quality By Frank Giles|August 16, 2021 Find out what Dr. Scott Angle, the head of UF/IFAS, has to say during the latest episode of the We Believe in Florida Citrus Podcast series.
Florida Ag Commissioner Announces New Clean Water Initiative By Frank Giles|August 16, 2021 Learn more about a program that increases on-farm inspections and collects grower nutrient applications records.
Time To Dig In! Defense of Domestic Produce Against Unfair Trade Critical By Christina Morton|August 13, 2021 In her latest column, FFVA’s Christina Morton says never has it been more important to teach the next generation how and where our food is grown.
What Put the Regional 2021 Grower Achievement Award Winners Over the Top By Carol Miller|August 11, 2021 Have you ever wondered how the selection process begins for the Grower Achievement Award? Find out here.
Can Artificial Intelligence Predict Citrus Yields Better Than Humans? Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 11, 2021 New study shows AI technology is hitting the mark with 98% accuracy.
Up for Grabs! $10 Million in Grants Available for Specialty Crop Research Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 6, 2021 Awards to fund collaborative, multi-state projects that address food safety, plant health, marketing, and more.
Shakeup in the Juice World: PepsiCo to Sell Tropicana Among Other Brands Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 5, 2021 Learn more about the joint venture deal worth more than $3 billion.
Meet American Vegetable Grower’s 2021 Grower Achievement Award Winners By Mindy Robinson|August 4, 2021 We break down this year’s honorees by region. Find out why these strong growers rose to the top.
Potential Development in Race Against Deadly Tomato Disease Posted by Frank Giles|August 2, 2021 Netherlands-based Enza Zaden seed company announced the discovery of a gene that imparts high-resistance to the deadly tomato brown rugose fruit virus.
Ag Technology Moving Quick To Merge the Field With Machines By Frank Giles|August 2, 2021 Growers discuss why and how mechanization and more will continue to change the landscape of farming.
6 Ways To Build a Cybersecurity Plan For Your Farm By Frank Giles|August 2, 2021 If your ag operation has a presence online or deals in the digital space, don’t let your guard down to online threats.
Ancient History Reveals Future Path for Citrus Growing Success Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 29, 2021 Learn how scientists tapped into millions of years of data and plant survival for modern-day inspiration to solve HLB.
Struggle Is Real as Mexican Exports Continue to Flood U.S. Markets By Frank Giles|July 26, 2021 If the pandemic has taught us anything, it should be to protect domestic agriculture or risk becoming dependent on foreign sources.
We Believe in Florida Citrus Podcast: Taking a Deep Dive into New Rootstocks and Varieties from UF/IFAS By Frank Giles|July 26, 2021 Tune in as Dr. Jude Grosser talks about his favorite new rootstocks and scions and what they will mean to the future of the industry.
