AI Tapped to Better Detect Disease Threat in Strawberries By UF/IFAS News|August 15, 2024 Research shows algorithm found moisture on the reference plate nearly 96% of the time in comparison with manual observations.Read More
Endeavoring To Find out More About Pocket Breeding in Berries By John R. Clark|August 9, 2024 What’s up with pocket breeding? A breeding program can only be as good as the germplasm used in it.
What To Know About the World’s First Seedless Blackberry Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 3, 2024 Scientists tap into CRISPR tech to develop the first seedless blackberry. Find out more features of this variety that benefit both growers and consumers.
New Hall of Fame Status for Three Florida Blueberry Trailblazers Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 2, 2024 Florida Blueberry Growers Association announces the latest inductees to its Hall of Fame. Find out who will be officially honored this fall.
Vigilance Key To Beat Prionus Longhorn Beetles in Blueberry Crops By NC State Extension|July 29, 2024 Researchers aim to raise awareness of problematic pest that affects a number of food crops.
North American Berry Industry Leaders Set To Meet In Hawaii By Thomas Skernivitz|July 18, 2024 North American Raspberry and Blackberry Association and North American Strawberry Growers Association look ahead to joint 2025 annual meeting.
Where are Chilli Thrips Hiding in Strawberry Fields? Right Here Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 6, 2024 Newly published study from University of Florida scientists finds way for growers to reduce insecticide use and still gain control of the pest.
Fresh Funding To Help Grow Reach of U.S. Blueberries Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 23, 2024 U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council awarded $1.3 million from USDA’s Regional Agricultural Promotion Program.
Mid-Atlantic Strawberry Growers Under Unusual Pressure From 2 Pests By NC State Extension|May 22, 2024 Multiple reports indicate corn earworm and lygus bugs infesting various strawberry fields in North Carolina and Virginia.
4 Reasons Vents in Polytunnels Make the Most Sense for Berry Crops By Thomas Skernivitz|May 21, 2024 Environmental control inside the growing structure makes berries feel right at home.
Kiwiberry Breeding Scientist Earns Innovator of the Year Award Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024 University of New Hampshire Associate Professor Iago Hale recognized for pioneering research, breeding, and commercialization of unique fruit crop.
By The Numbers: Latest Fruit Production Trends in the U.S. Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 10, 2024 USDA-NASS releases its latest non-citrus fruits production report. Utilized apple production in Oregon and Washington up 25% from 2022.
New Study Digs Into What It Costs To Grow Blackberries By UC Agriculture and Natural Resources News|May 7, 2024 Economic research helps growers estimate costs and potential returns for blackberries grown on California’s Central Coast.
Promising Research of Biopesticide Integration in Small Fruit By Thomas Skernivitz|May 6, 2024 Strawberry trial using biopesticides bodes well in terms of preventing disease resistance.
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.
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.
Birds Got Your Berries? Ways To Ground The Threat By Gary Gao|April 8, 2024 Controlling your berry farm’s environment is critical to reduce bird depredation.
How Lucero Organic Farms Has Carved a Unique Niche With Strawberries By David Eddy|April 2, 2024 This California farming operation grows and sells just one strawberry variety — and it makes it stand out from the competition.
4 Emerging Strawberry Cultivars That Have Bright Futures By Thomas Skernivitz|March 30, 2024 Early-season ‘Lumina’ leads a quartet of newer strawberry cultivars that are well suited for mid-Atlantic growers.
Fruit and Nut Nurseries Showcase Some of Their Latest and Greatest Varieties Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 24, 2024 Check out several selections, including apples, almond, raspberry, and more from leading nursery operation and fruit breeders.
