Get Ready For The Produce Rule [opinion]

American Vegetable Grower presents the products that can help you get the job done on your farm and orchard.

Ornamental grower Good Harvest Farms began growing hydroponic lettuce 15 years ago. Owner Chris Powell says having a reliable market and emphasizing quality are critical.

Vegetable seed breeders highlight varieties that not only have exceptional grower qualities, but also boast great flavor and other traits pertinent to consumers.

Experts outline the most important steps to help you remain compliant for the final Produce Safety Rule.

Some critical points to think about before adding a controlled environment component to your operation include market, structures, crop choice, and labor.

Peter Pero IV of Pero Family Farms, the 2015 Grower Achievement Award recipient, said his plan going forward is to promote nutrition.

Take these trends into consideration if you plan to grow under cover or want to expand your operation.

Check out these 11 onion varieties with great disease resistance packages and high yield potential.

The weather trends in the West are driving the biology in commercial agricultural fields, and plant diseases have been influenced by these weather developments.

One of the reasons Russet Burbank is still around while other varieties have gone by the wayside is that it is relatively consistent in its performance.

A marketing plan that includes every currently popular catch phrase is going to raise more red flags than interest in a business proposal.

A University of Florida plant breeder discusses the importance of appealing to consumer senses when developing new varieties.