Scene and Heard in 2025: World FIRA and Fruit Logistica By Melinda Taschetta-Millane|February 14, 2025 Growing Produce Group Editor Melinda Taschetta-Millane was on the ground in Europe for World FIRA and Fruit Logistica. Take a virtual tour of both events.Read More
What George Washington Can Teach Today’s Farmers About Recordkeeping By Kevin Burkett, Clemson University|July 4, 2026
Brooke Rollins Confirmed as New Leader of USDA Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 13, 2025 Brooke Rollins is set to take the reins as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. See what industry associations are saying.
California Has Smallest Wine Grape Crush in 20 Years By David Eddy|February 13, 2025 Report shows California’s latest wine grape crush at less than 3 tons, which is 25% down from the size of previous year’s big crush.
How Tree Fruit Growers Can Avoid the ‘Death Spiral’ By David Eddy|February 11, 2025 American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says some things never change: You don’t cut your way to long-term success — you maximize profits.
Campaign Promises and What’s Now at Stake for Agriculture By Brian Sparks|February 11, 2025 Uncertainties are growing. What could happen to agriculture and related businesses if some of Trump’s proposed campaign policies come true.
Cost-Saving Opportunities in Cold Storage for Produce Growers By Hudson Badskey, Nutrien Financial|February 10, 2025 New technologies mean growers must manage their cold storage operations and expenses on a year-round schedule.
Important Points To Know About Red Leaf Blotch of Almond By Peter Feng, JH Biotech Inc.|February 7, 2025 Plant residue decomposers, phosphite-based products used as preventive measures against fungal diseases.
What Some Agriculture Groups Are Saying About Trump’s New Tariffs Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 6, 2025 Leaders from International Fresh Produce Association, Western Growers, and American Farm Bureau discuss proposed tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China.
Most Popular Crop Protection Products Being Used on California Farms By Bob West|February 5, 2025 Data show RoundUp PowerMAX 3, Microthiol Disperss, and LI 700 among the top California crop protection product use in 2024.
A Biological Approach To Grow Great Blueberries By David Eddy|February 4, 2025 Veteran blueberry grower Paul Gill has some tips for farmers seeking a new way to grow.
Yearning To Learn More About Exciting, New Almond Varieties By Luke Milliron|February 3, 2025 While everyone loves a prospect, growers should do their due diligence before moving in a different direction with new almond varieties.
Get Wiser to Weather Analytics for Better Crop Protection By CropLife|January 31, 2025 Weather analytics provides foresight in allowing users to make correct and timely decisions on key agronomic practices.
Growers Want Help Against Cherry Leaf Spot Disease By Thomas Skernivitz|January 29, 2025 Fungicide resistance turns Michigan growers into easy pickings for cherry leaf spot when wind and rain prevail. Scientists search for new options.
From Surplus to Flux: Apple Harvest Numbers Remain a Challenge By Thomas Skernivitz|January 28, 2025 USApple updates 2024 apple harvest call; record 2023 crop still in play.
Advice on Smoke Taint Solutions for Grape Growers By Melanie Lux|January 28, 2025 With wildfires top of mind lately, insurance experts offer tips to protect vineyards from going up in smoke.
Big Money Going To Help Contain Exotic Fruit Fly Outbreaks By USDA-APHIS|January 27, 2025 USDA secures $129.2 million in emergency funds to deter fruit flies — some of the most destructive fruit and vegetable pests in the world.
Rare Winter Blast Keeps Florida Growers on Their Toes By Paul Rusnak|January 24, 2025 Snow in the Sunshine State? Local produce growers carry on through winter storm like business as usual.
Top Wine Grape Scientist Passes Away Posted by David Eddy|January 23, 2025 Dr. Anita Oberholster of UC Davis was perhaps best known for informing the California wine industry about wildfire impacts.
What To Know About the New Walnut Alliance of California Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 22, 2025 Mission of newly formed Walnut Alliance of California is to promote a stable and profitable marketing environment for the state’s walnut crops.
3 Takeaways To Make You a Better Fruit Grower By David Eddy|January 21, 2025 American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says when it comes to modeling success, 2024 Apple Grower of the Year Tim Welsh knows from experience.
