Ways to Keep a Lid on Explosive Weed Problems in Berries By Gary Gao|August 25, 2020 Effective control of plants out of place takes knowledge, prevention, persistence, and innovation. Read More
Foliar Calcium in Blueberries: Silver Bullet or Snake Oil? By Lisa DeVetter|August 18, 2020 Applied at the correct time and concentration, the essential macronutrient can help to produce high-quality fruit.
U.S. Blueberries Gain More Access to Key Asian Markets Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 10, 2020 New opportunities are opening for exporters of the fruit in China and Philippines.
Why Your U-Pick Needs a Makeover Now By Gary Gao|June 24, 2020 Expect new ways to run berry farms, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pandemic Exposes Economic Pressure of Produce Imports from Mexico By Frank Giles|May 11, 2020 Florida growers seek remedies against the flood of fruits and vegetables crossing the border.
Where Berry Growers Can Look for a Mechanical Edge By Gary Gao|April 14, 2020 Get the skinny on tools and gadgets that can help producers reduce labor input on fruit harvesting, pruning, and weed management.
Florida Farms and Packinghouses Address COVID-19 By Frank Giles|March 30, 2020 Enhancements to sanitation and employee health monitoring among actions being taken.
New Water Projects Help Peru Power up Specialty Crop Growth By Frank Giles|March 8, 2020 Hundreds of thousands of acres to come into production on the desert coast of the country. Learn why American growers should take notice.
Want to Grow Demand for American Produce? Here’s One Way By Frank Giles|March 2, 2020 Learn more about a grassroots movement that gives a voice to growers being hit by unfair trade practices and massive imports from Mexico and South America.
Berry Experts Flesh Out Future of the Industry By David Eddy|February 26, 2020 What’s in store for the sector in 2020? Noted researchers John R. Clark and Lisa DeVetter weigh in.
What Gall?! Florida Growers on Alert for Blueberry Pest Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 4, 2020 Monitoring for the blueberry gall midge has produced modest findings so far this season. But that could change in a hurry.
A Cheery 2020 Forecast from Berry Growers By James C. Sulecki|January 14, 2020 Let the good times roll. Berry growers remain bullish about production and demand for the coming year.
Big Opportunity in Berries? Favor the Flavor By John R. Clark|December 26, 2019 The components of flavor are complex, but one thing is for sure, berries have it, and growers need to make it a priority. Here’s how.
Sizing up the State of the Florida Blueberry Industry By Brittany H. Lee|October 28, 2019 Trade issues remain a top priority for growers and stakeholders to tackle. Brittany Lee gives her take on the situation.
Are Grafted Blueberry Plants in Florida’s Future? By Jeff Williamson | Rebecca L. Darnell|October 18, 2019 Sparkleberry rootstock shows promise in research conducted by UF/IFAS scientists.
Competition Driving Innovation in Blueberry Harvest By Frank Giles|October 12, 2019 Find out what one Florida grower used to custom harvest nearly 800,000 pounds of blueberries last season.
Promote Better Pollination in Southern Highbush Blueberries By Rachel Mallinger | Doug Phillips|October 4, 2019 Management of honey bees and bumble bees can contribute to optimal fruit set and better yield.
Get a Look at New and Existing Florida Blueberry Varieties By Patricio Munoz | Doug Phillips|September 29, 2019 Recent releases aimed at mechanical harvest and big, quality fruit.
Wish Farms Breaks New Ground on Future Growth Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 23, 2019 Longtime Central Florida-based berry grower and shipper digs in for big expansion and reveals new marketing tagline.
EPA Approves First Ever Fungicide Applied by Bees Posted by Christina Herrick|September 13, 2019 Unique product to be available for crops including strawberries, blueberries, and almonds. Find out how it works.
