American Fruit Grower and Western Fruit Grower April 2016
In This Issue
New Narrow Tractors Are Designed To Twist And Turn Through Orchards and Vineyards
At this year’s World Ag Expo in Tulare, CA, John Deere unveiled the 5G Series Tractors with narrow […]
Family Farm Spotlight: Pennsylvania Family Farm Rears Back & Roars
Would you like to have your farm featured? Email [email protected] with the details!
Strawberry Greenhouse Wins Sustainability Award
Unusual — for strawberries — British retractable roof greenhouse gets top honor from one of the largest retail chains.
Breeding For The Ideal Fresh Blueberry
While sweetness might be the top attraction for consumers, a new study found poor texture was their biggest turnoff.
Chance Seedling Nets New Bittersharp Apple
Vermont apple grower finds tree in orchard, discovers it has unique profile which makes it a good addition to sweet and hard cider blends.
How The Affordable Care Act Affects You And Your Employees
What you need to know about the law in 2016, including how it impacts H-2A workers, exemptions, and more.
Fighting Phytophthora In Blueberries
The authors of a recently published study have identified which blueberry cultivars you might want to consider planting in certain soils.
Mechanization In The Berry Patch Can Make Your Job Easier
Mechanical harvesters could be more of a necessity than a luxury for many fruit growers.
Growers Could See Early Returns On Investment With New Harvesting Techniques
Research team in Michigan examines the use of berry harvester as gentler and more economical way to harvest tart cherries.
Pennsylvania Extension Faces Mayday [Opinion]
If the state’s officials can’t come to an agreement, more than one thousand aggies will be laid off May 1.
How Rootstock Demand Is Outpacing Availability
Profitable years, new offerings, weather, production capabilities – why all these factors combined to make it difficult for growers to get their hands on the latest technology.
We’re Just Scratching The Surface Of Rootstock Research
Imagine if a rootstock could help your scion manage water and nutrients more efficiently, that’s exactly what plant breeders are trying to do.
How To Get Ready For The 2016 Fruit Season
Warmer temperatures mean the season is ahead by nearly three weeks; here are some things you need to do to be prepared.
Focus On IPM: Biocontrols Provide Progressive Grower Solutions
The Biocontrols USA 2016 Conference & Expo explored new ways to make biological control a mainstream part of your pest management program.