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Carol Miller

Carol Miller

Talking Ag Water Policy With Robert Sakata

Kevin Burkett, Clemson University

Kevin Burkett, Clemson University

What George Washington Could Teach Today’s Farmers About Recordkeeping

Thomas Skernivitz

Thomas Skernivitz

Accolades All Around for Your Apple Grower of the Year

Melissa Lilze, Netafim North America

Melissa Lilze, Netafim North America

Precision Irrigation in the Orchard: Where Fertilizer Value Is Won or Lost

2026 State of the Vegetable Industry Survey Results
Would You Grow a GMO Crop if Given the Opportunity?

Would You Grow a GMO Crop if Given the Opportunity?

By David Eddy|July 29, 2025
American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says simple questions about the science of farming can have complicated answers. Take GMO crops, for example.Read More

Latest Stories

Data Crunch: Popular Food Crops Most Exposed to Climate Risk

Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 17, 2026

Hot Take on Cyclospora and the Weakening of Food Safety Surveillance

By Western Growers|July 16, 2026

Talking Ag Water Policy With Robert Sakata

By Carol Miller|July 16, 2026

Under Pressure: Ways Vegetable Growers Are Dealing With Mounting Challenges

By Carol Miller|July 15, 2026
The Latest State of Grapes — a Many-Splendored Crop

The Latest State of Grapes — a Many-Splendored Crop

By David Eddy|July 26, 2025

According to the 2025 State of the Fruit and Nut Industry survey, grape growers have a wide range of experiences with the versatile fruit.

More Severe Weather Events Putting a Squeeze On Citrus Crops

More Severe Weather Events Putting a Squeeze On Citrus Crops

By Thomas Skernivitz|July 25, 2025

During the past year, orange growers have dealt with extreme weather events like hurricanes in the Southeast, flooding in the Southwest, and more.

More Fruit Growers Willing To Invest Back Into their Business

More Fruit Growers Willing To Invest Back Into their Business

By David Eddy|July 22, 2025

State of the Fruit and Nut Industry survey results reveal twice as many growers opted to invest in their operations rather than cut costs.

Little Cherry Disease a Big Issue for Growers

Little Cherry Disease a Big Issue for Growers

By Thomas Skernivitz|July 21, 2025

Is little cherry disease the HLB of the PNW? Conceivable or not, the problem does have the attention of many Washington state cherry growers.

Promising Comeback In Progress for Almond and Walnut Growers

Promising Comeback In Progress for Almond and Walnut Growers

By Growing Produce Staff|July 18, 2025

Thanks in part to a rebound in prices, survey says healthy percentages of almond and walnut growers are increasing production.

Focusing On the Top Pests for Fruit Growers Right Now

Focusing On the Top Pests for Fruit Growers Right Now

By David Eddy | Thomas Skernivitz|July 15, 2025

What pests were particularly problematic for fruit and nut growers in the past year? Answers revealed as part of 2025 State of the Industry Survey.

Survey Results Yield Unique Grower Insight On What’s Hot and Not in Apple Varieties

Survey Results Yield Unique Grower Insight On What’s Hot and Not in Apple Varieties

By Thomas Skernivitz|July 12, 2025

Change is everywhere in U.S. orchards, starting with the ever-popular (or unpopular) ‘Honeycrisp’.

Survey Says Berries Are Seriously Booming Right Now

Survey Says Berries Are Seriously Booming Right Now

By David Eddy|July 8, 2025

Many growers of the main commercial types of berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries) look to expand plantings in 2025.

Saga Continues for Calcium vs. Bitter Pit in Apples

Saga Continues for Calcium vs. Bitter Pit in Apples

By Thomas Skernivitz|July 4, 2025

Beleaguered by bitter pit, ‘Honeycrisp’ growers again scrutinize their Calcium treatment levels and distribution.

Out of Adversity Grows Hope in Cherry Capital of the World

Out of Adversity Grows Hope in Cherry Capital of the World

By Thomas Skernivitz|July 1, 2025

Even in tough times, Michigan cherry grower Emma Grant believes her job is the best in the world. She gets to walk her orchards every day.

Tell Us the State of the Fruit and Nut Industry

Tell Us the State of the Fruit and Nut Industry

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 10, 2025

American Fruit Grower has opened its annual State of the Fruit and Nut Industry survey. Now’s your chance to participate.

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