More Food for Thought from the Fruit Tree Nursery Front Lines By Thomas Skernivitz|June 13, 2023 Check out some additional words of guidance from nursery professionals to their colleagues and growers.Read More
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
Overabundance of Fruit Tree Rootstock Options a Growing Issue for Nurseries Today By Thomas Skernivitz|June 6, 2023 Rootstock availability has never been more varied, much to the chagrin of nursery operators. See what’s being done to deal with the situation.
Burchell Nursery Celebrates 80 Years in the Fruit and Nut Business By David Eddy|June 7, 2022 The operation, which has produced such classics as the ‘O’Henry’ peach, is having a birthday.
Negotiating the Supply Chain To Find Solutions for Fruit Nurseries By David Eddy|May 31, 2022 Like growers, nursery operations are wrestling with sourcing disruptions and related issues, such as shipping and freight.
How Tree Fruit Nurseries Are Grappling With Change By David Eddy|June 1, 2021 Annual national survey reveals the most difficult question remains: What to plant?
Rootstock Issues Fruit Growers Should Be Thinking About By David Eddy|November 30, 2020 See what experts in the field have to say about this critical question.
And Now To Give Thanks for the Produce Industry By David Eddy|November 24, 2020 American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy explains why we should be thankful to be part of a sector filled with solution-oriented people of integrity.
The Time Might Be Right for Grape Rootstock By Thomas Skernivitz|November 23, 2020 Aggressive wine grape growers might want to consider planning rootstock in 2021, California nursery says.
The Berry Business in 2020 Is Good, But Not Easy By Thomas Skernivitz|November 17, 2020 Labor, land, and disease tolerance issues are just some of the barriers to running a successful berry nursery today.
Pollinating Varieties or No Pollinating for Almond Growers? By David Eddy|November 17, 2020 When it comes to one tree nut crop, whether to go with a self-fruitful variety might be the biggest question.
Apple Variety Selection Tougher Than Ever for Growers By David Eddy|November 9, 2020 Eastern nursery experts say choosing the right cultivar has become more difficult as producers target specific markets.
Tree Fruit Nursery Industry Takes a Breath By David Eddy|November 2, 2020 Even before the pandemic, many growers were taking a cautious approach, leaving operations to follow suit.
Stark Bro’s Nurseries & Orchards Co. Celebrates 200th Anniversary Posted by Christina Herrick|December 29, 2016 This growing season marked the 200th anniversary for Stark Bro’s Nurseries & Orchards Co. in Louisiana, MO. Stark […]
Van Well Nursery Celebrates 70th Anniversary Posted by Christina Herrick|November 29, 2016 Nursery known for ‘Red Delicious,’ ‘Fuji,’ ‘Gala’ sports making a name for itself in the 21st century.
Nursery Association Commits Over Half-Million Dollars To Pome Rootstock Breeding Program Posted by David Eddy|April 23, 2014 Famed East Malling apple and pear rootstock facility in the United Kingdom will be the beneficiary of international group’s endowment.
Southeast Growers Free To Tap Into New Smart Irrigation Apps Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 21, 2013 The University of Florida has released three smart device apps of interest to those in the irrigation business, […]
Gills Onions Serves Up New Prepared Products By Growing Produce Staff|October 9, 2013 Gills Onions, a California-based market leader in fresh-cut onions, announced the launch of two new prepared onion products, […]
Processing Tomatoes Are The Number One Crop For Top 100 Grower Terranova Ranch By David Eddy|October 8, 2013 The operation farms nearly 30 different crops — and the mix changes constantly.
UF/IFAS Reconsiders Fate Of Southwest Florida Research And Education Center By Growing Produce Staff|October 2, 2013 With the pledge of renewed commitment from agricultural producers and local decision-makers to seek additional resources, UF/IFAS leadership […]
New Sweet Potato Undercutter May Reduce Skinning Injury, Speed Up Harvest By Growing Produce Staff|October 1, 2013 A new sweet potato undercutter prototype, designed by Mississippi State University researchers and made from off-the-shelf components, shows […]
