Research aims at encouraging growers to use alternatives to fresh groundwater.

The catch? There’s no univseral definition of “healthy soil.”

A month ago, about 2,000 farmers markets were poised to lose wireless swiping of food stamp cards when the provider’s contract ended. New York is footing the bill for the entire U.S. to extend the contract until the end of the year.

Recent European Union court ruling a blow for plant biotech progress overseas. So what now here?

An organic blueberry patch has turned into a haven for all things blue in the fruiting world — and a great teaching tool for consumers, other growers, and Extension educators alike.

The proposed NAFTA fix provides no protections against unfair trade practices that have crashed prices for U.S. fruits and vegetables.

Central Florida berry producer with deep roots closes on deal to strategically relocate its headquarters and reimagine the business.

Many growers are wary of such new technology, but it’s not the science that bothers them.

2018 has been an extra busy campaign for the industry association celebrating a milestone anniversary.

USApple Conference highlights: Phil and Judy Schwallier honored, as the nation’s most popular apple is expected to be supplanted this year.

Long He, Specialty Crop Engineer and Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Engineering at Penn State University, discusses the possible engineering opportunities in the tree fruit industry.

USDA’s Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices Plus+ now at equivalent status.

Local growers sound off on day-to-day issues that impact their bottom lines.

Work smart with older generations to successfully introduce new ideas and technology.

First woman director is only fourth Executive Director in span of nearly 50 years of the organization.

Invasive pest continues to spread its wings; now confirmed in three New Jersey counties.

Farm trial sites chosen while interest continues to grow around the alternative crop.

Predictions in the latest edition of ‘The Old Farmer’s Almanac’ are anything but frosty for most of the U.S.

Want to expand your growing operation’s offerings? You might need to look up, or even down for solutions.