New Mechanical Strawberry Transplanter Wows By Surendra Dara|October 1, 2016 New tool, developed in California, helps to alleviate labor needs during summer planting season.Read More
Wilbur-Ellis Showcases Investment in the Future of Agriculture Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 17, 2024
Working To Protect Spinach Against New Strain of Downy Mildew Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
Kiwiberry Breeding Scientist Earns Innovator of the Year Award Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
Small Tractor Sales On The Rebound Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 28, 2016 Retail sales of tractors under 40 horsepower gained more than 21% last month, while sales of larger tractors continued their double-digit declines.
Investors Clamoring For Automated Strawberry Picking Technology Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 22, 2016 Naturipe joins growing list of backers in the labor-saving vision and mission of ag-tech startup.
Trimble Announces Seamless Farm Data Integration With John Deere Operations Center Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 6, 2016 This initiative will ensure accurate records and eliminate duplicate data entry.
New UTV To Hit The Market In January 2017 Posted by Rosemary Gordon|August 11, 2016 Yanmar enters the UTV market with two designs of its Bull Series.
Options In Harvest Mechanization For Vegetable Growers By Rosemary Gordon|July 6, 2016 Depending on your goals, labor-saving devices are available to just about any grower, big or small. Two growers and an equipment manufacturer discuss the kinds of things you can do — and what it will mean for your production.
Washington State University Partners With UAV Manufacturer On Research Posted by Christina Herrick|June 28, 2016 DJI, a global leader in drone and camera technology, will work with the university to research use of UAVs.
Heads Up: FAA Finalizes Rules For Small Drones Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 22, 2016 Regulations will create new opportunities for business and government entities to use unmanned aircraft systems weighing less than 55 pounds.
New Tractor For The Small Grower On The Horizon By Rosemary Gordon|June 17, 2016 New business venture’s goal is to meet the needs of those producing on a limited number of acres.
Is Your Orchard Ready For Mechanization? [Opinion] By Christina Herrick|May 30, 2016 Automation is on the horizon, and it would be beneficial if you’re planting with that in mind.
Orchard Systems Matter With Mechanization By Christina Herrick|May 29, 2016 “It takes years to turn orchards from a big, wild 3-D tree to a narrow canopy — a […]
How Best To Integrate Man And Machine By Christina Herrick|May 27, 2016 If you want to implement labor-saving mechanization, you should start the conversation with the end user – your employees.
USDA Offers New Loans For Portable Farm Storage, Handling Equipment Posted by Rosemary Gordon|May 2, 2016 Portable equipment can help producers, including small and local farmers, get products to market quickly.
Whole Orchard Recycling Could Improve Soil Fertility By Ann-Marie Jeffries | David Eddy|April 22, 2016 A giant new machine gobbles up whole trees and spits out the chunks, which eventually get worked back into the soil.
Tips To Calibrate Boom Sprayers Posted by Christina Herrick|April 1, 2016 As equipment is being checked for use this spring and summer, make sure the nozzles are ready and accurate.
New Narrow Tractors Are Designed To Twist And Turn Through Orchards and Vineyards Posted by Christina Herrick|April 1, 2016 At this year’s World Ag Expo in Tulare, CA, John Deere unveiled the 5G Series Tractors with narrow […]
Get Your Sprayer Ready For Spring By Lauren María Alexander|February 10, 2016 Cleaning equipment, checking for damages, and ensuring proper calibration should be standard procedure before the season begins.
John Deere Unveils 2016 Gator XUV 825i Special Edition Posted by Rosemary Gordon|December 22, 2015 XUV offers unique storage capabilities and LED lights.
Presenting American Vegetable Grower’s 2016 Product Guide Posted by Christina Herrick|November 29, 2015 American Vegetable Grower presents the products that can help you get the job done on your farm and orchard.
Mahindra Expands Utility Vehicle Line Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 11, 2015 Seven new mPACT XTV models available.