Hot Topics Tackled At Mid-Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable Convention

Arctic Fuji is the next release in the nonbrowning apple series.

What do you really know about genetic engineering and genetically modified organisms (GMOs)? We have all seen headlines […]

Extension granted for a line of genetically engineered spuds developed by J.R. Simplot Company.

Annual survey shows interest in breakthroughs becoming more intense.

Multiple studies that include using a gene from a member of the mustard plant family are proving fruitful in not only resisting HLB, but also possibly black spot and canker.

If for no other reason, fighting hunger helps quell the violent conflicts brewing across the globe.

Online resource celebrates more than 1,000 questions answered involving the highly debatable topics of biotechnology and genetically modified foods.

The farming industry has a great story to tell. The hard part is getting willing listeners to understand.

Invasive pests, politics, water, and GMOs stoke the fire at FFVA’s annual gathering.

Agency cites no significant impact of special spud developed by J.R. Simplot.

University of Florida officials say plans are to re-allocate a donation intended to improve the public’s understanding of […]

The legislation would offer a federal standard for voluntary labeling of foods containing GMOs.  

How far are you willing to go to defend your beliefs?

UF/IFAS grad students seeking to field questions relating to the GMO regulatory processes, food labeling, and product safety.

Even after supplied with scientific information, few opinions flex regarding touchy subjects.

The North American potato industry is a complex and wonderful entity. Like everything in the world of agriculture, […]

Breakthrough would mean significant savings on pesticide and fungicide sprays.

Agency allows potential breakthrough to move forward for further testing.

A petition from J.R. Simplot is seeking deregulation of a potato genetically engineered (GE) for late blight resistance, low acrylamide potential, reduced black spot bruising, and lowered reducing sugars.