Time To Revisit Ceratocystis Canker in Almonds By Wesley K. Asai|December 14, 2020 Although canker cases have diminished over the years, third- and fourth-leaf orchards have become susceptible because of trunk damage.Read More
How To Manage Soil Salinity in Your Fruit and Nut Orchards By Dan Cook, Tessenderlo Kerley|June 5, 2026
New App To Help Growers Protect Blueberry Crops Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 11, 2020 The UF/IFAS Blueberry Growers Guide is ready for download. Check out the platform’s capabilities.
Squeeze Play in Latest Florida Citrus Crop Forecast Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 10, 2020 Production estimates for oranges and grapefruit reduced. See where the current numbers from USDA stand.
Wish Farms ups Its Strawberry Growing Game in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 10, 2020 Learn more about the acquisition that is adding specialized acres of production power for the Plant City-based operation.
10 Myths Debunked About Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 Posted by Growing Produce Staff|December 8, 2020 Stumped by CFAP 2? Time is running out for growers to sign up for the government aid. This list from USDA helps separate fact from fiction.
Can Chilli Thrips Be Defeated by Using Less Pesticide? Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 8, 2020 New study shows a little crop protection strategy can go a long way to squelch the tiny insect in Florida strawberries.
How CSA Is Growing To Be a Berry Good Sales Opportunity By John R. Clark|December 8, 2020 The marketing mode of community supported agriculture is all about taking it to the people. And folks want fresh berries.
Why You Should Test Peak Salinity in Pistachio Orchards By Thomas Skernivitz|December 7, 2020 Growers have found success on suboptimal soils, but how much saline is too much saline for the nut trees?
Valent BioSciences Digs in To Celebrate World Soil Day Posted by Growing Produce Staff|December 3, 2020 Learn more about the company’s educational initiatives supporting healthy soils and sustainable crop production.
New Insecticide Protects Against Woolly Apple Aphid, Pear Psylla, and Other Soft-Bodied Pests By Growing Produce Staff|December 2, 2020 New Product from Valent U.S.A. is now available for use in pome fruit.
How These Produce Growers Handled COVID-19 With Success By David Eddy|December 1, 2020 2020 will forever be known for the coronavirus. Some farming operations, however, grew business by taking a healthy approach to dealing with the pandemic.
Make Way for First White Strawberry in the U.S. Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 1, 2020 The uniquely colored berry that smells like pineapple is just one of two new juicy varieties being released to growers.
Advantages of Smart Pest Traps in Your Nut Orchard By David Eddy|December 1, 2020 Knowing what’s going on in your crop, allowing you to stay ahead of pest flights, is critical in saving time and money.
Rootstock Issues Fruit Growers Should Be Thinking About By David Eddy|November 30, 2020 See what experts in the field have to say about this critical question.
What Are the Top Food Trends for 2021? Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 30, 2020 Cooking at home is broadening the horizons for grocery shoppers, according to a list compiled by Whole Foods Market.
Eight More Years: New York Growers Renew Apple Marketing Order By Thomas Skernivitz|November 24, 2020 Nearly $2 million per year will continue to be used to promote the state’s apple industry.
And Now To Give Thanks for the Produce Industry By David Eddy|November 24, 2020 American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy explains why we should be thankful to be part of a sector filled with solution-oriented people of integrity.
The Time Might Be Right for Grape Rootstock By Thomas Skernivitz|November 23, 2020 Aggressive wine grape growers might want to consider planning rootstock in 2021, California nursery says.
Florida Growers On Alert for Spotted Lanternfly Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 23, 2020 The invasive pest with an appetite for fruit crops and other plants is spreading across parts of the country. Is Florida on the menu?
Answer: 1,552,754! Question: How Many Acres of Almonds Are There? Posted by David Eddy|November 20, 2020 Extensive mapping effort provides almond industry with more precise, timely information.
