Minnesota Has New Cold-Hardy, Lower-Acidity Grape By Brian Wallheimer|May 18, 2016 The University of Minnesota has released a new cold-hardy grape that holds promise for winemakers wanting to make […]Read More
$130 Million In Funds For Fruit And Vegetable Education And Research Posted by Christina Herrick|May 17, 2016 USDA allocates funds for Extension, organic production, food safety, and technology grants.
Border Protection Intercepts New Leafhopper In Wine Shipment Posted by Christina Herrick|May 17, 2016 First of its kind found in European shipment.
Customized Sprayer System Available For Harvista Applications Posted by Christina Herrick|May 17, 2016 The new sprayers are designed specifically for timely, customized applications.
Issues With Processing Plant May Be Culprit Of Listeria Outbreak Posted by Rosemary Gordon|May 17, 2016 FDA inspection finds unfavorable conditions at CRF Frozen Foods’ plant in Washington.
USDA Provides Risk Management Tool For Growers By Lauren María Alexander|May 16, 2016 Whole Farm Revenue Protection offers coverage for diversified specialty crop growers.
3 New Herbicides For Florida Farmers To Consider Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 16, 2016 Trio of unique crop protection chemistries beckoning growers to whack weeds with these.
Northeast Ag Sales To Distribute Agro-K Fertilizer Products Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 13, 2016 Partnership to all New England states enhanced access to full line of foliar plant nutrition and soil biological items.
Just How Many Acres Of Grapes Have Been Planted In California? By David Eddy|May 13, 2016 Nat DiBuduo of Allied Grape Growers says reports may be misleading and there are more than 48,000 nonbearing acres coming into production.
Virginia Looks To Boost Wine Business Through Grants By Brian Wallheimer|May 13, 2016 More than $800,000 is up for grabs for those interested in expanding or adding new vineyards in Virginia. […]
Irrigation Method Can ‘Trick’ White Grapes By Brian Wallheimer|May 13, 2016 Washington State University scientists believe they have discovered a sweet spot for irrigating white wine grapes. Dr. Markus […]
Apple Growers Rocked With New Planting Thefts By Christina Herrick|May 12, 2016 Pruning crew believed to be responsible for pilfering nearly 200 newly-planted trees from orchards in Ohio.
Study: Climate Change Putting Sting On Non-Native Pollinators Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 12, 2016 Analysis of record-breaking 2010 cold spell yields hot leads about chilling effect on tropical bees in South Florida.
Record High Temperatures Cause Major Runoff In Pacific Northwest Posted by Christina Herrick|May 10, 2016 New snow melt records achieved during April.
California Governor Signs Executive Order To Continue Water Savings Posted by Christina Herrick|May 10, 2016 Rule updates existing requirements for agriculture water management plans.
Survey: Beekeepers Lost 44% Of Bees Last Year Posted by Christina Herrick|May 10, 2016 Responses indicate summer losses rival winter losses for second year in a row.
Northwest Cherries Predict Strong Crop Posted by Christina Herrick|May 9, 2016 Preliminary figures indicate a crop larger than 2015, and potential early harvest.
Scouting Tips For Growing Grape Pest Threat By Brian Wallheimer|May 6, 2016 Grape growers should be on the lookout this fall for two pests that are popping up in vineyards […]
Avocado Tree Killer On The Move In Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 6, 2016 Devastating laurel wilt disease now reported in 61 of 67 counties.
$8.7 Million Available In Risk Management Education Funding Posted by Rosemary Gordon|May 6, 2016 The funds are for programs to help underserved growers and ranchers to learn how to manage long-term risks and challenges.