Fruits
Central Florida berry operation will donate $20,000 annually over the next five years to fund various research projects backed by the Center for Produce Safety.
Cosmetically challenged apples are the company’s first foray into a global movement to cut food waste.
Food prices and greenhouse gas emissions would rise, according to paper by Purdue University agricultural economist.
Education sessions and Capitol Hill visits will focus on key issues, such as labor, facing the fresh produce industry.
The mycoinsecticide is EPA registered and controls a variety of insect pests.
When it comes down to it, we have a choice to make. We either have to import our labor, or we’ll have to import our food.
The five-day journey was enlightening, providing participants with a better perspective of the state of agriculture in this country 90 miles off Florida’s coast.
NIFA announces $8.4 for study and development of new approaches to mitigate effects of climate change.
The funding is to support more than 400 rental units in four states.
Local threats like citrus greening create additional challenges for many of Florida’s more modest enterprises.
Reports indicate new offer at nearly $65 billion.
The measure will be sent to President Obama, who is expected to sign the bill into law.
FAA’s recent ruling regarding unmanned aircraft systems is good news for business.
Growers encouraged to act quickly while trees and plants are susceptible to disease infection.
Lending institution plays a critical role in sustaining Florida agriculture.
Company receives U.S. Patent approval for continuous picking wheel on the machine.
Decco/ESSENTIV’s TruPick is to be used on apples, pears, and other fruits and vegetables.
Reports confirm notorious Q-biotype species is now present in eight counties.
Growers say administrative delays have caused workers to arrive days or weeks late.