Fruits
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture is investing nearly $11 million in several projects that aim to hit HLB from different angles.
Annual survey from American Farm Bureau says average cost for the holiday meal up 14% from last year.
University of Arkansas berry industry expert John R. Clark provides an analysis of 2021 freeze events and crop impacts from cold damage.
Ambitious industry program calls for at least some growers to make big changes in harvest practices.
End-of-season analysis shows all but the most severe frost damaged grapes had above average yields.
Inversion unveiled as attaching a 30-foot mast to a weather station helps define ideal spray time.
Carbonated blueberry and muscadine samples win out over flat counterparts in recent UF/IFAS food study.
More than $5 million over four years will feed research projects to help accommodate people with disabilities working in ag.
Check out some of the more interesting quotes from industry stakeholders in wake of extreme weather event.
Vic Smith, “a grower’s grower,” to be honored in December at the Organic Grower Summit.
Walnuts actually do better with deficit irrigation, but it’s hard to convince growers.
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.