Taste Tops Health Benefits For Blueberry Buyers Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 6, 2014 National surveys reveal flavor is what matters most to consumers.Read More
Wild Bees Setting Good Example for Pollination of Sweet Cherries By Dr. Maxime Eeraerts | Julia Osterman|May 5, 2024
Low Blueberry Yields, Cane Collapse Due To Winter Injury Posted by Christina Herrick|August 5, 2014 Plants in Northeast, Michigan victims of polar vortex.
Some South Carolina Peach Growers Report Small, Later Crop Posted by Christina Herrick|August 5, 2014 Late spring freeze limits some growers’ crops.
Study: Strawberry Web Tool Could Save $1.7 Million Over 10 Years In Fungicide Use Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 5, 2014 UF/IFAS researchers find spray advisory system also benefits the bottom line.
More Headaches For Apple Growers In Midwest [Slideshow] By Janna Beckerman|August 5, 2014 A combination of stress over the past two growing seasons and winter injury is causing tree deaths.
New York’s 2014 Apple Crop Forecast At 30 Million Bushels Posted by Christina Herrick|August 5, 2014 Harvest in Empire State expected to begin Aug. 15 with yields above five-year average.
Biotech’s Many Benefits [Opinion] By David Eddy|August 5, 2014 The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture’s Subcommittee on Horticulture, Research, Biotechnology, and Foreign Agriculture held a […]
Washington Stone Fruit Crops Hit The Sweet Spot Posted by David Eddy|August 4, 2014 Washington State Fruit Commission anticipates an extra sweet season for peaches, apricots, nectarines, and plums thanks to ideal early summer climate conditions.
New Data Reflects Continued Demand For Farmers Markets Posted by Christina Herrick|August 4, 2014 Three new USDA directories help connect consumers and farmers through local food opportunities.
French Crop Protection Firm Acquires Fine Holdings Ltd. Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 4, 2014 De Sangosse group seeks to bolster its business with purchase of plant growth regulator specialist.
Farming Production Costs And Farmland Values Increase Posted by Christina Herrick|August 4, 2014 Midwest sees spike in production costs’ Northern Plains land values increased by 16.3%
Traceability Software Offers Flexible System For Users Posted by Lauren María Alexander|August 4, 2014 The software, available from Schoneman Inc., provides growers with the tools they need to remain PTI compliant.
Wawona Packing Expands Recall Of Stone Fruit Posted by Christina Herrick|August 4, 2014 Dates extended to July 17 added as precaution of possible listeria contamination of packed peaches, plums, nectarines, and plots.
Black Stem Borer: Old Pest, But New Problem For New York Apple Growers [Slideshow] By Deborah Breth | Art Agnello | Elizabeth Tee|August 4, 2014 This pest wreaks havoc in high-density orchards with wet soil conditions.
GrowingProduce.com Relaunches With Responsive Design For Mobile Migration Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 4, 2014 New look offers customized experience for users depending on their device – phones, tablets, and desktop computers.
Plastic Rain Covers Can Affect Canopy Microclimate And Fruit Quality By Matthew Fidelibus|August 2, 2014 In studies, it appears green covers may delay fruit ripening and both covers may provide some protection from postharvest rots. .
Fruit Growers Speak Out In Favor Of Immigration Reform Posted by Christina Herrick|August 1, 2014 The needs are great for agriculture labor, say blueberry, peach growers.
Apple Growers Of The Year: An Unmatched Work Ethic By David Eddy|August 1, 2014 Bill and Jeannette Evans started with nothing, and just kept adding, and adding, and adding.
New Study Finds Simple Solution To Monitoring Spotted Wing Drosophila Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 31, 2014 UF/IFAS researchers are using a mixture of yeast, sugar, and water to lure, trap major berry pest.
Michigan Blueberry Producer, Georgian U-Pick Operator Among Those Honored As ‘Champions of Change’ For Agriculture Posted by Christina Herrick|July 30, 2014 White House and USDA recognize 15 individuals who represent the next generation of farming and ranching.