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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

Video: Why Viral Resistance Is the Next Big Hurdle in Melon Breeding

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Ways the IR-4 Project Can Help Your Farm Grow

Ways the IR-4 Project Can Help Your Farm Grow

By Lynn Sosnoskie|May 12, 2026
The IR-4 Project helps bring much-needed pest control tools to specialty crop growers by turning real-world needs into approved solutions. 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
Introducing the IR-4 Project’s New Executive Director

Introducing the IR-4 Project’s New Executive Director

By Brian Sparks|February 24, 2026

Lina Quesada-Ocampo, Vegetable pathologist and Extension specialist at North Carolina State University, brings vast experience in pest management research.

Podcast Pick: IR-4 Project’s Jerry Baron on the Evolution of Crop Protection in the Specialty Crops Market

Podcast Pick: IR-4 Project’s Jerry Baron on the Evolution of Crop Protection in the Specialty Crops Market

By Brian Sparks|October 29, 2025

Tune in to Jerry Baron talking about how IR-4’s mission has evolved over the years, and how he sees the crop protection industry continuing to innovate.

Ways IR-4 Can Help If You’re Having Pest Problems

Ways IR-4 Can Help If You’re Having Pest Problems

By Brian Sparks|August 4, 2025

If you are experiencing pest problems in your specialty crops and lack the tools to mitigate them, a new survey from IR-4 is a great place to start.

The Future Is Bright! Q&A With IR-4 Project’s Leader

The Future Is Bright! Q&A With IR-4 Project’s Leader

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|December 16, 2023

Jerry Baron reflects on the value IR-4 has brought to the specialty crop industry, and how it will continue to evolve to meet new challenges and opportunities.

New Special Report Celebrates 60 Years of IR-4 as an Ag Industry Partner

New Special Report Celebrates 60 Years of IR-4 as an Ag Industry Partner

By Brian Sparks|December 11, 2023

Since its establishment in 1963, IR-4 has championed specialty crop growers by facilitating the registration of safe, effective pest management solutions to meet their unique needs.

Bee Aware! EPA, FDA Consider Change in Oversight of Pest Management Products

Bee Aware! EPA, FDA Consider Change in Oversight of Pest Management Products

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 26, 2023

Members of the IR-4 Project say changes could negatively impact availability of products that help keep honey bee colonies healthy.

IR-4 Project Celebrates 60 Years of Impact for Growers

IR-4 Project Celebrates 60 Years of Impact for Growers

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 10, 2023

Over six decades, crop protection research organization has secured more than 23,000 pest management product registrations.

Ways the IR-4 Project Provides Crop Protection and Economic Benefits

Ways the IR-4 Project Provides Crop Protection and Economic Benefits

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 1, 2022

Organization conducts research and develops data necessary for the registration of pest management tools, ensuring they are safe for use.

IR-4 Project Announces Winners of Its 2022 SOAR Award

IR-4 Project Announces Winners of Its 2022 SOAR Award

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 6, 2022

The IR-4 Project has announced the winners of its 2022 SOAR Award. The award honors external partners who […]

IR-4 Project in ‘Desperate Need’ of Additional Funding

IR-4 Project in ‘Desperate Need’ of Additional Funding

Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 16, 2018

Longtime crop protection program has endured eight years of flat funding along with increased expenses.

IR-4 Call For Nominations For “SOAR” Award

IR-4 Call For Nominations For “SOAR” Award

Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 10, 2015

The IR-4 Project, a resource that supplies pest management tools for specialty crop growers by developing research data […]

Get Involved [Opinion]

By Rosemary Gordon|April 1, 2007

When I was putting this column together, one sentence kept popping into my head that summed up what […]

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