Minding Mosaic: Trust Is A Precious Commodity By Mary Hartney|October 4, 2016 We as an industry need to figure out ways to be engaged, to keep the discussions productive, and the solutions science-based.Read More
Wilbur-Ellis Showcases Investment in the Future of Agriculture Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 17, 2024
Working To Protect Spinach Against New Strain of Downy Mildew Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
Kiwiberry Breeding Scientist Earns Innovator of the Year Award Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
$56M Available For Organic Research, Local Food; $48.1M For Specialty Crops Posted by Christina Herrick|October 4, 2016 USDA announces funding to bolster local, regional food systems and address long-term solutions in productions.
Timely Tasks To Do During Down Times Of Apple Harvest Posted by Christina Herrick|October 4, 2016 Amy Irish-Brown of Michigan State University Extension offers helpful tips for growers to help prioritize any lulls in harvest season.
California Olive Oil Producers Extend Standards Posted by David Eddy|October 4, 2016 Smaller growers will be able to participate in the sampling and testing program designed to boost consumer confidence.
Scientists Reveal Fruit Fly’s Genetic Code Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 4, 2016 Researchers will begin to explore new ways to break the reproductive cycle of this pest.
FDA Awards More Than $11 Million To California For Food Safety Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 4, 2016 To secure the funding, states were asked to submit implementation proposals.
Eco-Friendly Farm Practices May Lead To A Healthier Agricultural Ecosystem By John Whitney|October 4, 2016 Biodiversity is increasingly recognized as critical to long-term agricultural sustainability in a world with shrinking available arable land.
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.
Vineyard Weed Control Should Start Now By Brian Wallheimer|October 1, 2016 With harvest ending, weed control might not be top of mind at a lot of vineyards. But it […]
CEU Series: Improve Your Integrated Pest Management Plan By Gene McAvoy|October 1, 2016 Balance in cultural, biological, and chemical procedures can not only be effective, but also economically feasible.
Vinifera Finds A Home In The Finger Lakes Posted by Christina Herrick|September 29, 2016 In a region known for spectacular sights, varieties are making their mark, just ask the team at Sawmill Creek Vineyards.
Winter Is Coming, And It Could Get Wicked Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 29, 2016 Forecast sees heightened freeze threat for Florida citrus; frequent snow to blast Northeast.
Celebrate National Farmer’s Day Every Day By Lisa Lochridge|September 29, 2016 Florida agriculture has a compelling story to tell every day, but what better time to tell it than National Farmer’s Day?
New Research Gets To The Bottom Of Cherry Cracking By Christina Herrick|September 28, 2016 German researchers hope to identify root causes of rain-induced problem.
Grants Available For Sustainable Ag In The West Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 28, 2016 More than $1 million is marked for grants to study, demonstrate, and improve sustainable ag practices.
Small Tractor Sales On The Rebound Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 28, 2016 Retail sales of tractors under 40 horsepower gained more than 21% last month, while sales of larger tractors continued their double-digit declines.
The Time For Climate Change Denial Is Over [Opinion] By Christina Herrick|September 28, 2016 Extreme cold, droughts, flooding, record-setting temperatures have all been a part of this year’s growing season.
Focusing On Phenomics In Specialty Crops By James R. McFerson|September 27, 2016 It’s not just the nature of your crops — the genomics — it’s also how they are nurtured.