While results of first precision survey for specialty crops dealers shows modest levels of adoption, several applications are poised for rapid growth.

American Society for Enology and Viticulture, Eastern Section hosts industry gathering with a focus on new tools for the next generation of vineyards.

Seminar highlights Dr. Larry Williams’ contributions to irrigation management in vineyards.

Kate Evans, who managed the release of the highly anticipated apple variety, replaces Jim McFerson as Director of the tree fruit research facility.

New restrictions take a chunk out of growing markets say apple, walnut, and almond stakeholders.

A microsensor implanted in trees or vines can help more accurately manage irrigation and plant water status.

Ruling comes following review of 2016 decision; restores use on citrus, cucurbits, strawberries, and more.

Publicly available plants from University of California, Davis are intended to help farmers manage diseases and production costs.

Research out of Vaughn Walton’s lab at Oregon State University could help growers revisit integrated pest management to control spotted wing drosophila.

While many growers see earwigs as a nuisance, research shows they have a knack for gobbling up woolly apple aphids.

Because of industry stakeholder feedback, a new element of the strategic plan targets short-term demonstration and proof-of-concept research.

Oregon’s growers and winemakers work together in solidarity after major cancelation citing smoke taint.

After an in-depth reevaluation, group broadens its umbrella and sharpens focus.

A survey conducted by the California Farm Bureau Federation and the University of California, Davis, highlights the issue growers face with securing ample numbers of ag workers.

You have to get the soil right, for starters, but this award-winning grower says there are numerous other factors.

The International Plant Protection Convention opens 13 draft standards for growers and stakeholders to review and provide feedback.

Irrigation apps help growers use the right amount of water at the right time.

In his career, Dr. John VanSickle has just about seen it all and knows factors like trade and tech will continue to shape the state’s specialty crop sector.

Survey results of Bee Informed Partnership finds nearly 38% of colonies died this past winter and almost 41% of colonies were lost from April 2018 to April 2019.