Without question, one of the top three topic questions reaching my Extension office for the past nine months […]
The produce industry is mourning the loss of Adel Kader, a postharvest specialist who worked on behalf of […]
The quality of produce after it leaves the field should be high on any grower’s checklist. These common […]
1. What role can packaging play in enticing a purchase from consumers? Kelsey: The best way to add […]
During the 2011 Florida Ag Expo, Dr. Steve Sargent, UF/IFAS, presented his tips on proper cooling of harvested […]
Can support for agricultural research survive inside the beltway? This question was posed by Dr. Roger Beachy, director […]
Decade Products has introduced a new larger size of its MACX bulk harvest bin that directly fits on […]
Bayer CropScience and Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, Beerse, Belgium, have concluded a multi-year research agreement to develop new postharvest […]
Produce quality and quality retention during storage, transportation, and retailing is critical to successfully market fresh vegetables. However, […]
The world is abuzz with talk of climate change, greenhouse gas emissions, agricultural sustainability, and carbon footprints. At […]
The theory of “going green,” or instituting practices that promote environmental stewardship, is becoming more of a requirement […]
Improved awareness of good nutritional value is a leading factor contributing to the increased consumption of fresh vegetables. […]