Impact of RosBREED Extends Beyond the Research World By David Eddy|February 4, 2019 The decade-long project has laid a foundation for fruit breeders that will benefit growers for generations. Read More
The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates By Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech|June 2, 2026
New Round of USDA Aid for Specialty Crops Good News for California Walnuts By California Walnut Commission|June 1, 2026
Sad Produce is a Blemish on the Industry By Christina Herrick|February 3, 2019 It’s time to speak up and prevent grocers from parading bad apples out as marketable fruit.
New Tool a Boost for Crop Protection in Challenging Vineyards By Jack Petree|February 2, 2019 Napa Valley’s terrain can be a challenge for vineyard spray coverage, but new uses of technology could help change that.
Is Container Production a Good Fit for Your Berries? By Gary Gao|February 2, 2019 Blueberry production in containers can be a good option, especially for smaller growers without the desired acidic soils.
Naming a New Fruit Variety Can Be a Tricky Endeavor By Bill Shane|February 1, 2019 Aside from the challenges of making good crosses, settling on a name can come with its own issues — and unintended consequences.
New Fungus Survives Heat Treatments in Processed Apples By Christina Herrick|January 31, 2019 The risk is nonexistent for fresh-market apples but could be found in apples destined for processing or hard cider.
Next Generation of Orchard Sprayers is Autonomous By Christina Herrick|January 28, 2019 With advanced software to drive the machine and follow a route, this unit is the next generation of farm sprayers.
2018 Was a Wet Year for Virginia Vineyards By Tremain Hatch|January 27, 2019 It’s always a good idea to take stock of effective and ineffective crop protection measures made during a challenging growing season.
Best Practices for Non-Chemical Orchard Weed Management By Terence Bradshaw|January 25, 2019 Editor’s note This bulletin is part of an educational series from the University of Vermont’s Apple Program. The […]
New Nematode Found in California Soil By Christina Herrick|January 24, 2019 Two young orchards, one in Merced and one in Kern County, tested positive for the peach root-knot nematode on Nemaguard and Hansen 536 rootstocks.
