Cover Crops: An Effective Weed Control For Organic Vegetable Production By Lauren María Alexander|October 5, 2016 Successfully suppress troublesome, unwanted plants with the help of cover crops.Read More
Video: Vegetable Grower Puts Cyclospora Outbreak in Context for Consumers Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 23, 2026
Vegetable Industry Allies Offer Advice for the Next 5 Years Posted by Growing Produce Staff|July 22, 2026
4 Fruit Varieties You Might Want To Add to Your Crop Portfolio By Growing Produce Staff|July 21, 2026
Minding Mosaic: Trust Is A Precious Commodity By Mary Hartney|October 4, 2016 We as an industry need to figure out ways to be engaged, to keep the discussions productive, and the solutions science-based.
$56M Available For Organic Research, Local Food; $48.1M For Specialty Crops Posted by Christina Herrick|October 4, 2016 USDA announces funding to bolster local, regional food systems and address long-term solutions in productions.
Options In Lettuce Thinning By Rosemary Gordon|October 3, 2016 The words “precision agriculture” can mean different things to different people. For those producing row crops, it typically […]
Tips For Growers To Manage Top Organic Production Challenges By Lauren María Alexander|October 2, 2016 A strong IPM program that combines strategies to build healthy soil is the best line of defense for vegetable growers.
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.
Winter Is Coming, And It Could Get Wicked Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 29, 2016 Forecast sees heightened freeze threat for Florida citrus; frequent snow to blast Northeast.
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.
Rodale Institute Launches An Organic Farming Association Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 27, 2016 A new national organization for organic growers is designed to provide advocacy, the latest research and education, and information-sharing among farmers.
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.
It Behooves Blueberry Growers To Protect Pollinators By Jeanette Klopchin|September 22, 2016 Placing priority on bee care best practices will ensure sweet success for your crop.
How To Track Irrigation: Keep Your Eye On The Blue Dye By Gary K. England | Robert C. Hochmuth|September 20, 2016 Time-tested, color-appropriate method for following water movement in plasticulture veggie crops could prove fruitful in blueberries, too.
The Definition Of Precision Ag Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 16, 2016 As the world’s population has been projected to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050, we will need to use the latest technology to to feed the world.
U.S. Farm Productivity Approaching Perilous Ground By John VanSickle|September 16, 2016 Investments in research and Extension required to stay ahead of the competition.
California Growers May Face More Water Cuts By Christina Herrick|September 15, 2016 State proposal would divert more water to San Joaquin River system to save endangered fish habitat.
Organic Seed Alliance Names New Executive Director Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 11, 2016 New leader has a background in nonprofit development, environmental education.
Organic Association Chooses New Leader Posted by David Eddy|September 8, 2016 John Mesko to head the Midwest Organic, Sustainable Education Service (MOSES), which hosts the nation’s largest annual organic farming conference.
Getting To The Root Of Improved Fruit And Vegetable Production By Lauren María Alexander|September 7, 2016 Taking a holistic approach to soil health is a key to increasing plant vigor and yields. High yields […]
NatureFresh Farms Hits A New Level For Locally Grown By Rosemary Gordon|September 6, 2016 The company’s Ohio-grown greenhouse tomatoes hit the marketplace as phase two and three of a state-of-the-art facility are being completed.
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.
