American Fruit Grower and Western Fruit Grower June 2016
In This Issue
Winegrape Varieties That Can Beat The Heat
Researchers are evaluating a wide range of alternative winegrape varieties for California’s San Joaquin Valley.
Labor Costs Have Growers Eyeing Options
Methods to reduce labor dependency important for the future of grape production.
Organic Peach-Bagging Project Shows Great Promise
Clemson University research may allow growers in the Southeast to prevent diseases related to heat and humidity.
Biotechnology Aids Orchard Management
We’re studying how genetics and branch growth can help prepare your orchard structure better for mechanization.
Growers In Canada See Bright Future For Haskap Berry
Consumers’ interest in health benefits of berries helping to fuel interest in this new berry.
Don’t Let Technology Pass You By [Opinion]
Advancements in technology are ramping up at a rapid pace and if you want to compete at a high level, you need to decide when, not if, to make the move.
Is Your Orchard Ready For Mechanization? [Opinion]
Automation is on the horizon, and it would be beneficial if you’re planting with that in mind.
Orchard Systems Matter With Mechanization
“It takes years to turn orchards from a big, wild 3-D tree to a narrow canopy — a […]
Orchard Automation Is On The Horizon
Industry experts say the advent of fully automated orchard tasks are on the cusp of happening — with a few companies leading the automotive harvest charge.
How Best To Integrate Man And Machine
If you want to implement labor-saving mechanization, you should start the conversation with the end user – your employees.
Sea Change Coming To California Winegrape Landscape
Vines continue to be pulled from the state’s interior, while planting is expected to increase along coast and in Delta area.
More Growers Going High-Tech Down On The Farm
Embracing new tools and technology will be key in driving productivity forward.
Just How Many Acres Of Grapes Have Been Planted In California?
Nat DiBuduo of Allied Grape Growers says reports may be misleading and there are more than 48,000 nonbearing acres coming into production.