Southeast Growers Say Cold Temps Good for Peaches Posted by Christina Herrick|January 9, 2018 While little-to-no damage expected with Florida strawberry crop, Southeast peach growers see chill hours starting to add up. Read More
What a Disaster! 2017 Weather Was Truly Historic Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 9, 2018 Agriculture couldn’t escape the wrath of Mother Nature during what was a record campaign.
Alternative Crops, Growing Demand Fueling Berries’ Future By Christina Herrick|January 7, 2018 Growers say exponential growth can be sustained.
Weather Wreaks Havoc on Stone Fruit Season By Christina Herrick|January 6, 2018 While lack of chill hours put a damper on stone fruit seasons, growers say organic and high-quality fruits are the future of the industry.
New York State OKs Bill to Allow Family Farms to Pass on Tax Credit Posted by Christina Herrick|January 3, 2018 Farms transferred through trust now permitted to pass on credit for property taxes.
FruitGrowerConnect and VegetableGrowerConnect: A Look Inside Posted by Rosemary Gordon|January 2, 2018 Are there areas of your business you would like to improve? If so, check out this slideshow to […]
Robots Are Coming for Your Crop Protection (and Other Inputs …) By James C. Sulecki|January 2, 2018 The era where large pieces of equipment rule the land on farms is nearing an end.
‘Autumn Glory’ Apple Soars into Space Posted by Christina Herrick|January 1, 2018 Domex Superfresh Growers celebrate launch of variety’s season by sending apple on a trip into the stratosphere.
Grapes, Greens Top New Year’s Foods Posted by Christina Herrick|December 31, 2017 USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service highlights the top states producing popular foods eaten in the new year.
Nearly $18M in Organic Agriculture Grants Available Posted by Christina Herrick|December 30, 2017 Projects sought include economics and research in implementing organic programs.
Four Ways the New Tax Bill Might Affect Your Farm Posted by Christina Herrick|December 29, 2017 Co-op payments and farm equipment depreciations are changing.
Founding Member of Delicato Vineyards Dies Posted by Christina Herrick|December 28, 2017 Vincent Indelicato, whose father founded the California vineyard, passed away Dec. 17.
6 Stories That Stirred the Specialty Crop Pot in 2017 Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 27, 2017 Find out what articles made the most impact with visitors to GrowingProduce.com during the last 12 months.
Promising Future for the Berry Industry By John R. Clark|December 26, 2017 New technologies, new cultivars, and consumer demand are helping to boost berries.
Changes in the Fruit Industry Are Coming Fast [Opinion] By Christina Herrick|December 24, 2017 A couple of years ago I wrote about running my first “serious” 5K race —the Scrumpy Skedaddle — […]
FruitGrowerConnect is a Solutions-Oriented Event By Rosemary Gordon|December 23, 2017 The spectacular mountains of Utah were again the backdrop for FruitGrowerConnect where 17 fruit and nut growers convened […]
Growers Waiting out NAFTA Saga as It Sails Into 2018 By Lisa Lochridge|December 22, 2017 Calls for a separate domestic industry provision for perishable and seasonal products adding more confusion to the clutter.
Make Way for More Ideas on Your Farm If and Where You Can By Paul Rusnak|December 21, 2017 With population soaring and tourism numbers off the charts, it’s never been more important for Florida growers to make the most of their land.
‘Cosmic Crisp’ and Early Cherries at Willow Drive Nursery Posted by Christina Herrick|December 20, 2017 Willow Drive Nursery in Ephrata, WA, presents a Honeycrisp color sport, a Gala sport, Cripps Pink sport, and more.
Michigan Produce Company Issues Apple Recall Posted by David Eddy|December 20, 2017 Listeria found during routine sampling prompts action by Jack Brown Produce, Inc. of Sparta, MI, which markets for 10 growers on the state’s famous “Ridge.”