Does Mulch Make a Difference for Better Blueberry Crops? By Kathie Taylor|April 20, 2021 Blueberry growers increase yield while shifting to sawdust-weed mat combination.Read More
New CINNEX Insecticide and Fungicide Earns EPA Registration Posted by Growing Produce Staff|June 19, 2026
Now Seeking Nominations for This Year’s Blueberry Industry Awards By North American Blueberry Council|June 18, 2026
Late Berry Breeder Named To USDA-ARS Science Hall of Fame By David Eddy|April 15, 2021 Chad Finn released more than 50 varieties that have generated more than $450 million in the past decade.
Want a Better Tasting Strawberry? Artificial Intelligence Is on the Case Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 7, 2021 See how machine learning is helping researchers and plant breeders see the future of flavor.
What’s the Secret? Machine Harvesting of Blueberries Is Taking Off By David Eddy|April 6, 2021 Despite the expanding trend in automation, growers are reluctant to talk about it. But why?
Take a Virtual Tour of Wish Farms’ New Headquarters in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 31, 2021 Longtime berry growing operation cuts the ribbon on its unique office complex in Plant City. Get an inside and outside look.
Vertical Farming Opens Doors To Fruit Growing By MMW Staff|March 30, 2021 Chilean berry producer partners with AeroFarms to grow blueberry and caneberry crops in New Jersey.
Remembering a Berry Industry Leader, Innovator, and Friend By John R. Clark|March 23, 2021 Dr. Ervin Lineberger has passed on, but leaves a legacy of enthusiasm and inspiration.
Does Blue Light Exposure Help the Quality of Blueberries? By CAES Newswire|February 26, 2021 Researchers at the University of Georgia investigated a potential solution for extending the shelf life of blueberries. Find out what happened.
Wish Farms Goes on the Grow in California Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 18, 2021 See how the longtime, Florida-based berry producer is expanding its operations to meet demand on the West Coast.
Trade Commission Delivers Big Blow To Blueberry Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 12, 2021 American producers and industry stakeholders react to agency’s decision on whether rising imports are causing serious injury to domestic farmers.
Two New Strawberry Varieties Released Posted by David Eddy|February 11, 2021 Latest offerings from UC-Davis target Southern California coastal climates.
U.S. Blueberry Growers Gain Support in ITC Case By Thomas Skernivitz|February 11, 2021 Low-priced imports have had a devastating effect on U.S. growers.
5G Field Lab Lands in Washington Apple Orchard By Thomas Skernivitz|February 8, 2021 Economic development project provides growers with real-time data for food resiliency, supply chain logistics.
Active Frost and Freeze Protection for Berry Crops By Gary Gao|February 8, 2021 From heaters to helicopters, measures to stave off cold damage takes many shapes.
Blueberry Growers Unite To Fight for Fair Trade By Frank Giles|February 1, 2021 New Alliance will represent U.S. growers’ interests in Section 201 investigation and beyond.
Berry Growers See the Upside of a Pandemic By Thomas Skernivitz|January 25, 2021 Industry stakeholders excited for the new year after coping surprisingly well during a chaotic 2020.
Injured by Imports: U.S. Blueberry Industry Speaks Out Posted by Frank Giles|January 21, 2021 International Trade Commission convenes hearings as part of ongoing Section 201 investigation.
Stakes on the Rise for Strawberry Profitability Project By AgriLife Today|January 20, 2021 A second specialty crops grant gives researchers in Texas more opportunities to flesh out production potential of the fruiting vegetable.
Project To Help Improve Pollination for Blueberries Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 19, 2020 Swarm of researchers set out to find and recommend the best ways and time for bringing bees and blueberry plants together.
New App To Help Growers Protect Blueberry Crops Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 11, 2020 The UF/IFAS Blueberry Growers Guide is ready for download. Check out the platform’s capabilities.
