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Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech

Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech

The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates

Thomas Skernivitz

Thomas Skernivitz

Biofertilizers 101: What Fruit Growers Need To Know

Anthony P. Keinath

Anthony P. Keinath

Powdery Mildew: A Crop Protection Problem That Needs Attention

Carol Miller

Carol Miller

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Charting the Future of Ag Technology at FIRA USA 2025

Charting the Future of Ag Technology at FIRA USA 2025

By Melinda Taschetta-Millane|October 23, 2025
Learn more about what industry experts said about the future of ag technology during Day 2 of FIRA USA 2025.Read More

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Cool Cucumber Varieties You Will Want To Grow Now

Posted by Carol Miller|June 3, 2026

Why the U.S. Apple Industry Is at a Crossroads

By Melinda Taschetta-Millane|June 2, 2026

The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates

By Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech|June 2, 2026

New Round of USDA Aid for Specialty Crops Good News for California Walnuts

By California Walnut Commission|June 1, 2026

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FIRA USA 2025 Opens with Focus on Collaboration in Ag Robotics

FIRA USA 2025 Opens with Focus on Collaboration in Ag Robotics

By Melinda Taschetta-Millane|October 22, 2025

FIRA USA 2025 officially kicked off, reaffirming its mission to accelerate automation in agriculture and strengthen the link between growers, innovators, and researchers.

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FIRA USA Launches New Women in AgRobotics of the Year Award

FIRA USA Launches New Women in AgRobotics of the Year Award

By Melinda Taschetta-Millane|September 5, 2025

The Women in AgRobotics award spotlights the female leaders driving meaningful change in agricultural technology.

FIRA USA 2025 Preview: The Latest in Ag Robotics Innovation

FIRA USA 2025 Preview: The Latest in Ag Robotics Innovation

By Global Ag Tech Initiative|May 19, 2025

FIRA USA 2025 is powering up for its most dynamic showcase yet. Learn more about what’s in store for the annual industry event.

Scene and Heard in 2025: World FIRA and Fruit Logistica

Scene and Heard in 2025: World FIRA and Fruit Logistica

By Melinda Taschetta-Millane|February 14, 2025

Growing Produce Group Editor Melinda Taschetta-Millane was on the ground in Europe for World FIRA and Fruit Logistica. Take a virtual tour of both events.

To Mechanize or Not? Fruit Growers Should Weigh Options Now

To Mechanize or Not? Fruit Growers Should Weigh Options Now

By David Eddy|December 26, 2024

American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says if you’re not looking into mechanization, it’s time to go small or go home.

What’s the Current State of Spraying in Almond Crops?

What’s the Current State of Spraying in Almond Crops?

By David Eddy|December 2, 2024

Almond industry veterans share their strategies now — and in the future.

Ag Tech on the Move: Scenes From FIRA USA 2024

Ag Tech on the Move: Scenes From FIRA USA 2024

By David Eddy|November 26, 2024

Third annual industry event attracts growers looking to minimize labor costs.

Right This Way! See Agricultural Robots on the March Here

Right This Way! See Agricultural Robots on the March Here

By David Eddy|September 23, 2024

Nation’s largest agricultural robotics conference, FIRA USA, is set for October. Here’s what you should know.

Get Ready To See Farming’s Next Frontier at World FIRA 2024

Get Ready To See Farming’s Next Frontier at World FIRA 2024

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|December 18, 2023

With robots now available for all ag sectors, World FIRA 2024 is a unique opportunity for the industry to see next-level functions in the field.

Make Way! The Farm Bots Are Marching In

Make Way! The Farm Bots Are Marching In

By David Eddy|November 28, 2023

Growers who’ve scoffed at the idea of using robots in the field in the past need to take a fresh look.

Help Unwanted? Driverless Tractors and Bots Are Coming To a Farm Near You

Help Unwanted? Driverless Tractors and Bots Are Coming To a Farm Near You

By David Eddy|October 2, 2023

Robots growers have been hearing about for decade are finally coming to fruition in the field. Find out what was seen and heard at FIRA USA 2023.

Get Ready: Here Comes RoboCrop and a Big Lineup of Ag Industry Shows

Get Ready: Here Comes RoboCrop and a Big Lineup of Ag Industry Shows

By Thomas Skernivitz|September 5, 2023

The traditional meeting season for specialty crop growers begins this month —a bit earlier than usual. Learn why.

Ag Robotics Leaders Getting Set To Gather for FIRA USA 2023

Ag Robotics Leaders Getting Set To Gather for FIRA USA 2023

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|July 24, 2023

More 2,000 participants expected at the Salinas Sports Complex Sept. 19-21 for an up-close look at ag robotic solutions in action.

First International Agricultural Robotics Conference in U.S. Set for Fall

First International Agricultural Robotics Conference in U.S. Set for Fall

By Growing Produce Staff|April 15, 2022

International Forum of Agricultural Robotics (FIRA) announces October three-day event in Fresno, CA.

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