How To Create Process Budgets for Farm Equipment By Carol Miller|January 19, 2022 Understanding the costs of your machinery and other permanent materials isn’t easy. Here are some samples to work with. Read More
By The Numbers: Latest Fruit Production Trends in the U.S. Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 10, 2024
New Report Demonstrates Economic Benefits to Potato Trade By Bob Mattive, National Potato Council|May 10, 2024
Image Matters: Why Florida OJ Rules the Roost When it Comes to Selling Juice Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2022 Fresh findings from recent consumer survey says branding plays a big role in purchasing decisions.
Are You in Need of Orchard Equipment? Act Now By Thomas Skernivitz|January 4, 2022 Manufacturers encourage growers to plan and purchase ASAP, with possible price hikes.
Why American Produce Growers Need to Mechanize Crops and Educate Consumers Now By David Eddy|December 28, 2021 An increasingly larger percentage of U.S. fruits and vegetables are being imported, a troubling trend for growers.
Feeling the Pain of High Fertilizer Prices? Here are the Main Reasons Why By American Farm Bureau Federation|December 13, 2021 Analysis from American Farm Bureau notes the sticker price farmers in some areas are reporting is up more than 300% and delivery times are anyone’s best guess.
2021 Tomato and Pepper Sales Remain Strong Posted by Carol Miller|December 8, 2021 After 2020’s record-breaking produce sales, you’d expect a correction in 2021. Instead, grocery stores are holding on to most of their sales.
How Supply Chain Backlogs Are Affecting Florida Ag By Frank Giles|December 6, 2021 Farmers are having difficulty sourcing products they need to grow and delivering what they have grown.
By the Numbers: The Top 10 U.S. States for Fruit and Vegetable Production Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 3, 2021 Who is king of growing, harvesting, and supplying the nation’s specialty crops? Some of the figures might surprise you.
The ‘New Blue’? Why the World of Blueberries Is Changing By Frank Giles|November 29, 2021 Recently published report illustrates the evolving blueberry industry, looks at global trade patterns and what it portends for the future.
Inflation Indigestion: How Much Will a Thanksgiving Feast Run You in 2021? Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 18, 2021 Annual survey from American Farm Bureau says average cost for the holiday meal up 14% from last year.
Duda Makes Move To Connect Consumers With Its Farm Fresh Food Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 18, 2021 Learn more about the company’s new online investment that will allow the brand to continue meeting shoppers’ needs post-pandemic.
Organic Fresh Produce Sales up 3% in Third Quarter By Growing Produce Staff|October 14, 2021 Led by berries, apples, and packaged salads, organic sales continue to outpace conventional produce growth.
Does Precision Ag Technology Improve Quality of Life on the Farm? By K-State Research and Extension|October 13, 2021 Extensive study results led by Kansas State University show automated systems score high on the list. Find out what else was found.
Money Talks: Dollar Stores Starting to Pony up on Fresh Produce By Thomas Skernivitz|October 12, 2021 In a world where talk is cheap, especially in regard to food insecurity, the buck actually might stop with places like Dollar General.
Counting up the Cost of COVID-19 and Rising Expenses on the Farm By Frank Giles|September 27, 2021 Sky-high fuel and fertilizer costs aside, there are so many more facets of agriculture that are being impacted by the pandemic.
Scientists on Quest to Turn Heat up on the Hot Pepper Market By AgriLife Today|September 23, 2021 New production practices and technologies could lead to lower costs and higher demand.
Red Alert! Tomato Trade with Mexico Could Cost U.S. Growers $250 Million a Year Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 22, 2021 Study shows vulnerability of the domestic industry with continued competition-related challenges and market share loss.
Farm Interests Keep Wary Eyes on the Tax Man By Frank Giles|August 30, 2021 Florida Grower Editor Frank Giles discusses why one particular tax provision has U.S. agricultural stakeholders worried.
U.S. Apple Forecast Comes in at 243.8 Million Bushels By David Eddy|August 20, 2021 USApple also launches new in-depth Apple Outlook Report that pegs 2021-2022 production at just more than 11 billion pounds.
Why Responsive Agriculture Offers the Nutrition Advantage By Dr. Patrick Stover|July 14, 2021 Texas A&M AgriLife researchers are proving that food based in sound science is healthier and economically stable.