Fruits
Washington growers seek to avoid planting costs, but is the decision shortsighted?
Growers, packers work to extend the usable life of postharvest fungicides.
An established sect of the pest was spotted just 20 miles from the North Carolina border. This is the closest infestation to the Tar Heel State to date.
Michigan, the Midwest fruit production powerhouse that’s home to the ‘Motor City,’ may be throttling down on some fronts but is revved about what’s ahead.
Effective control of malady involves sprayer fans and canopy density, which dictate ideal tractor ground speeds.
Stakeholders eye advanced tech platforms to improve collaboration between growers and processors.
Find out who will be among the board of directors for industry organization born out of the PMA and United Fresh merger.
After going virtual last this past year due to the pandemic, the longtime produce industry event is ready for some face-to-face time in Hershey again.
American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says more young folks would be drawn to the farm if they had a taste of just how modern the technology is today.
Proper fertility management revolves around maintaining ideal soil pH as well as rates and timing of nutrients.
To help keep pests and diseases at bay, organic growers can place bags around individual fruit, researchers say.
For the past three years, California growers have sustained November freeze events, causing extensive damage.
Microscopic worms have a taste for some of the fruit’s nastiest pests.
Grapevine pest is an invasive and aggressive vector of deadly Pierce’s disease.
Local growers are reporting their harvests are among the best they’ve seen in recent years.
What you need to know to when scouting for this insect.
Such investigations can often lead to increased efficiency, quality, and safety.
Effort will develop ways to minimize risk from climate extremes for Southwest produce growers.
Brittany Lee of the Florida Blueberry Growers Association says the industry must organize to address competition, market volatility, and grow consumption.