Florida Strawberry Picking Contest a Big Winner for Charity Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 22, 2017 Fourth-annual fundraising event brings in more than $100,000 to benefit children of local farmworkers.Read More
Florida Blueberry Growers Counting on a Comeback By Paul Rusnak|February 17, 2017 With last season’s disaster in the rear view, all eyes are searching for bluer skies.
Wish Farms Shows Love With Super-Sized Strawberry Donation Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 14, 2017 More than 4,000 pounds of locally grown produce from Central Florida farming operation goes to help feed needy families in the Tampa area.
New Florida Strawberry Shaping up to Be a Thing of Beauty Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 10, 2017 Unique variety, a collaboration between UF/IFAS and an Australian scientist, still in its early stages.
Washington Berry Grower Accused Of Illegal Irrigation Appeals Fines Posted by David Eddy|February 6, 2017 Gurjant “George” Sandhu says the fines were unjust, and the State Department of Ecology hadn’t provided adequate evidence.
Spotted Wing Drosophila ‘Stars’ at National Berry Conference By David Eddy|January 27, 2017 Biocontrols, nutrition, and new varieties are also among the hot topics discussed at the annual berry meeting.
Growers Say it’s the Best of Times or the Worst of Times for Berry Industry By David Eddy|January 4, 2017 Some say there’s an oversupply, some disagree, but despite challenges for the berry industry, most growers remain upbeat about the future.
Berry Grower Hit with Fine for Water Use Posted by Christina Herrick|December 30, 2016 Washington State Department of Ecology alleges grower supplied inaccurate water use figures, illegally irrigated two berry farms.
Table Set for an Extra-Sweet Florida Strawberry Season Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 20, 2016 Conditions ideal for new, flavorful varieties. Marketing campaign aims to clue-in consumers.
Scientists: GMOs Not Part of Florida Strawberry Success Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 15, 2016 Misconceptions about what methods are used to breed new varieties spark need for public outreach.
Horsepower Mounting For Real-World Robotic Strawberry Harvesting Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 13, 2016 National Science Foundation awards grant for further development of potential industry game-changer.
Researchers Develop Lower-Cost Options For Blueberry Harvest Assist Systems By Christina Herrick|November 28, 2016 Research team seeks alternatives to over-the-row harvest systems.
Florida Blueberry Growers Warned To Watch For New Deadly Disease Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 16, 2016 Pathogen has been confirmed on three farms so far.
Worker Awarded $700K Following Collapse In Field Posted by Christina Herrick|November 1, 2016 Maine man awarded damages following heat stroke, says blueberry grower was negligent in training him for work.
Pest And Disease Diagnosis 101 In Berries By Gary Gao|October 29, 2016 Using some of the experts and information available can help you avoid problems in the berry patch.
Wish Farms Going Bigger, Bolder With Blackberries Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 10, 2016 Central Florida-based operation meeting consumer demand by extending its berry program.
Florida Strawberry Growers Have A Sweet Sensation On Their Hands Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 3, 2016 Study shows the latest variety from UF/IFAS berry breeders is not only heads and shoulders above others in flavor, but also shelflife and color.
Forget Donald And Hillary – Vote Your Berry Posted by David Eddy|October 3, 2016 California Giant trending on #BerriesforPresident; strawberries are leading blueberries.
New Mechanical Strawberry Transplanter Wows By Surendra Dara|October 1, 2016 New tool, developed in California, helps to alleviate labor needs during summer planting season.
Time Is Now For Florida Blueberry Growers To Dig In By Dudley Calfee|September 24, 2016 Coming off a challenging season, industry players must continue to adapt to curveballs thrown by Mother Nature and market forces.