Protected Agriculture
The top two reasons for growing under cover? To extend the growing season (71.5%) and to grow transplants for the operation (66.2%).
Dundee Citrus Growers Association develops largest citrus under protective screen planting in the U.S.
Tye Thompson uses his small growing operation to test cutting-edge techniques with real-world results.
Want to expand your growing operation’s offerings? You might need to look up, or even down for solutions.
Learn the basics of hydroponics, and you’ll avoid costly errors.
With increased costs, razor-thin margins, and increased competition, nobody can afford to do things the way they’ve always been done for the sake of tradition or just plain being obstinate.
New partnership will combine field- and greenhouse-growing expertise, allowing consumers year-round access to premium product.
Organics are hot. Consumer demand and continued market growth are creating more opportunities for farmers.
Fast food giant makes major commitment to fresh produce grown exclusively indoors.
USDA’s ruling that hydroponic produce is eligible for organic labeling roiled the industry. One of the largest hydroponic growers in the U.S., however, is largely unfazed.
Sixty percent of vegetable growers use protected agriculture. Here are a few more stats you’ll want to know.
Those who’ve only grown in fields face the unknown when it comes to growing under cover. Luckily, there are excellent programs around the country designed for growers.
Conditions seemed to be perfect. So why were these vegetables dying?
One of the largest open field farmers in North America is expanding its portfolio with acquisition of longtime greenhouse vegetable operator from Canada.
From access to winter markets to a different pest regimen, here are six things you need to weigh when making your decision.
State-of-the-art operation in Central Florida built and equipped to meet growing marketplace demand.
High tunnels alone are not enough to control pest populations, the study shows. To control pest levels, growers need to take other steps that allow ventilation while screening crops, and supporting natural predators.
Houweling’s Tomatoes exceeds industry standards for locally grown produce while pioneering innovative technologies that improve sustainability.
From fully automated deepwater culture to vertical growing systems, growers and manufacturers weigh in on tools for producing top-quality vegetables and greens.