Wild Bees Setting Good Example for Pollination of Sweet Cherries By Dr. Maxime Eeraerts | Julia Osterman|May 5, 2024 Helter-skelter foraging traits of wild bees improve honeybees’ pollination contributionRead More
Wild Bees Setting Good Example for Pollination of Sweet Cherries By Dr. Maxime Eeraerts | Julia Osterman|May 5, 2024
Can Growing Citrus Under Protective Screen Save Florida’s Signature Crop? By Paul Rusnak|May 1, 2024 The CUPS system remains an option for growers seeking an inside advantage.
How More Shield Equals More Yield For This Cherry Grower By Thomas Skernivitz|April 30, 2024 Justin Finkler of Riveridge Land Co. in Michigan turns to rain covers and bird netting to safeguard his orchard returns.
California Crush: Wine Grape Haul Too Big To Sell By David Eddy|April 29, 2024 The Golden State sees its largest crush since 2018. And that’s not counting what got left on the vine.
Consider a Synergistic Approach To Disease Control in Peaches By David Eddy|April 27, 2024 Using both biocontrol agents and synthetic fungicides can increase overall effectiveness.
What You Need To Know about New Final Rule That Protects Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 26, 2024 Rule from the U.S. Department of Labor protects H-2A program worker self-advocacy, promotes employer accountability, enhances safety.
A Better Blackberry? Scientists Find Clues To Grow On Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 26, 2024 University of Florida researchers say blackberries could become even more nutritious in the future.
Invasive Fruit Flies on the Attack in Texas Citrus By USDA-APHIS|April 25, 2024 USDA is urging vigilance as Lower Rio Grande Valley is at risk of being infested by damaging fruit pests.
Why Seeking Mentorship in Tough Times Can Be Fruitful By David Eddy|April 23, 2024 American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says the tree fruit business can be brutal. Connecting with someone who has been there helps.
Variety Spotlight on Two New Blueberries for Growers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 22, 2024 Check out a dynamic duo of blueberry varieties from a leading nursery operation.
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 Learn more about a contest being held to help give Washington State University’s newest apple variety ‘WA 64’ a new name.
Share Your Knowledge at the First CEAg World Conference and Expo Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 19, 2024 There’s an opportunity for you to lead the conversation at inaugural industry event. Learn how to participate.
Goodbye Fruit Flies? Here’s a New 5-Year Strategy To Fight The Pests By USDA-APHIS|April 18, 2024 USDA-APHIS aims to protect hundreds of crops from invasive fruit flies with new comprehensive detection and exclusion plan.
Ranking the Best Agriculture Colleges Around the World in 2024 Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 17, 2024 It’s back! The annual ranking once again notes the elite in academic standing, employer reputation, and research impact. Check out this year’s honor roll.
Pistachio Growers on High Alert for Botryosphaeria Disease By Thomas Skernivitz|April 16, 2024 Consecutive wet winters the perfect catalyst for blight spread by a family of fungi.
Take Control Now of Brown Rot In Stone Fruit Crops By Thomas Skernivitz|April 15, 2024 Between resistance and restrictions, fine-tuning a fungicide program grows in importance.
Excitement Builds for Inaugural CEAg World Conference and Expo Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 13, 2024 Meister Media Worldwide launches its new diversified business venture in the controlled environment agriculture industry event space.
New California Citrus Breeding Program on the Grow With Funding By California Citrus Mutual|April 12, 2024 The program will now receive $1.5 million in federal funds thanks to Congressional approval.
California Farmers Get Early Jump on Disease Control Efforts By Bob West|April 10, 2024 Data show early-season applications have helped produce a significant increase in crop protection activity thus far in 2024.
What It Takes To Best Balance the Farm and Family By Thomas Skernivitz|April 9, 2024 Lessons learned from husband and wife team show patience pays off.