2023 State of the Fruit and Nut Industry Survey: Growers Are Spending Wisely By Thomas Skernivitz|July 7, 2023 Between 60% and 70% of growers who bank on biological controls and precision agriculture express satisfaction with their purchases. Read More
New Citrus Greening Treatment Product Gets Green Light from EPA Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 22, 2026
Important Changes for this Year’s U.S. Apple Crop Estimate Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 21, 2026
Why Agriculture in the Golden State Is Going Biological By David Eddy|June 27, 2023 New California sustainability plan calls for growers to minimize use of crop protection chemicals. Leaders gather at Salinas Biological Summit to discuss.
Sustainable Farming Visionary Peter Koppert Passes Away at 73 By Greenhouse Grower|June 24, 2023 Under his leadership, along with brother Paul and their cousin Henri, Koppert grew into the pioneering global market leader it is today.
A Mighty Duo! UV Light and Predatory Mites Fight Strawberry Pest, But … Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 1, 2023 Researchers caution the same ultraviolet technology used to control twospotted spider mite also can damage eggs of beneficial mites.
Biobest Looks To Boost Biopesticide Portfolio Through Acquisition of BioWorks Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 8, 2023 The proposed deal is still going through the approval process.
Plan To Keep It Cool When Battling Fire Blight By David Eddy|April 18, 2023 Beating this disease that threatens to scorch pome fruit orchards requires careful planning and execution.
Yes! Biosolutions Do Exist for Pest Issues in Walnuts By David Eddy|April 18, 2023 Beginning with a more holistic, biological approach can save growers money on chemical sprays, a key consideration in these days of low walnut prices.
Why Western Grape Growers Must Ready Themselves for Spotted Lanternfly By David Eddy|April 11, 2023 Researcher urges growers to work to educate people on the spotted lanternfly as the visitor from Asia makes its way across the country.
BioSolutions Conference and Expo Evolves To Meet Needs of Growing Interests By David Eddy|March 8, 2023 Educational track expands to include cannabis; bus tour examines whiskey production in grain country.
RNA Finally in Play To Help in Battle Against Pear Psylla By Thomas Skernivitz|March 7, 2023 Growers, though, will need a few more years of biopesticide patience in their quest to control the pest.
Dishing the Dirt on a Growing Revolution in Agriculture By David Eddy|February 21, 2023 American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says lots of folks have been talking lately about rethinking farming – from the ground up.
Which Beneficial Wasp Species Works Best Against Fruitworm in Blueberries? By Thomas Skernivitz|February 14, 2023 Growers in Michigan are wondering whether it’s Trichogramma minutum or T. platneri. Hint: It’s kind of a trick question.
BioSolutions 2023 Event To Shine Spotlight on Nasty Fruit and Nut Pests By David Eddy|February 14, 2023 Slate of experts to discuss how biologicals can help with the most serious insects and diseases.
Biologicals Not Necessarily a Costly Crop Protection Option for Growers By David Eddy|February 6, 2023 Producers just have to take a different approach than with chemical inputs — which are also getting pretty expensive.
Learn Best Ways To Find and Apply Biological Products for Your Farm By Brian Sparks|February 2, 2023 Keeping up with the latest developments is critical. Discussion at the upcoming Biosolutions Conference and Expo will address this need.
How Biofungicides Are Helping Small Fruit Growers Succeed By Thomas Skernivitz|January 31, 2023 Learn ways ‘soft fungicides’ provide reliable options to treat diseases such as mummy berry and botrytis.
More Education Needed for Produce Growers on Biological Solutions By David Eddy|January 30, 2023 Smaller growers are in danger of being left behind as farming continues to move away from a simplistic chemical approach.
More Produce Growers Expected To Adopt Use of Biological Products in 2023 By Thomas Skernivitz|January 17, 2023 Industry suppliers say the future is now for biologicals in specialty ag.
Here’s What You Will Learn at the BioSolutions 2023 Conference and Expo By Brian Sparks|January 11, 2023 This year’s program, which takes place in late February, is packed with breakthrough research and new products hitting the market.
Corteva Agriscience Makes Big Deal To Acquire Stoller Group Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 30, 2022 Purchase of leading biologicals company reinforces commitment to driving value for farmers through innovative, sustainable solutions.
