BASF Hosts Conference Focusing On Innovation In California By David Eddy|December 31, 2013 New Functional Crop Care division to develop products earmarked for the Golden State.Read More
Almond Sustainability Study: Many Practices Both Economical And Environmental By David Eddy|December 31, 2013 New sustainability report details the best management practices (BMPs) used by California almond growers.
New Book Provides Plenty Of Fodder To Feed Your Head By Mary Hartney|December 27, 2013 Thomas Hager’s “Alchemy of Air” thoroughly explores the people, politics, and pitfalls behind the scientific process that changed the way food is grown.
Water-Saving Invention Goes Global Thanks To Primetime TV Push By Frank Giles|December 18, 2013 Florida-based agriculture businessman dives into the “Shark Tank” and gets investors to bite.
Aeroponics To Enhance Potato Production Posted by Rosemary Gordon|December 18, 2013 A Cornell University project could help growers increase production and speed up the introduction of new disease-resistant varieties.
Opinion: You Have The Power To Change The World By Paul Rusnak|December 17, 2013 Growers and other ag industry stakeholders should take heart that what they are doing is making a difference.
Growers Need To Embrace The Energy Revolution By Adam Putnam|November 26, 2013 Florida Ag Commissioner Adam Putnam says an open-minded approach is needed for an effective energy policy.
Research Grant Aims To Reduce Produce Postharvest Waste Posted by Frank Giles|November 8, 2013 Goal is to cut into the half of all fresh fruits and veggies that go bad annually.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Announces Environmental Leadership Awards Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 28, 2013 Three landowners get high marks for sustaining natural resources.
United Fresh Offers Detailed Info On Government Shutdown Implications By Growing Produce Staff|October 8, 2013 As the federal government shutdown enters its second week, there are a number of important programs and federal […]
Report: Export Market For U.S. Tree Nuts Continues To Grow By Growing Produce Staff|September 26, 2013 The export market for U.S. almonds, walnuts, pistachios and pecans continued to grow in 2012, reaching $6 billion […]
Green Energy A Smart Business Move By Christina Herrick|September 15, 2013 Solar and wind energy is typically thought to be something confined to the Southwest and Western regions of […]
Opinion: For Every Forecast, Take A Grain Of Salt By Paul Rusnak|September 11, 2013 From weather to crop production, outlooks are intriguing and deceiving.
2013 Florida Agriculture Financial Management Conference Preview Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 22, 2013 The executive committee of the annual Florida Agriculture Financial Management Conference has officially announced the dates for this […]
Opinion: Population Growth And Growing Produce Make Imperfect Partners By Paul Rusnak|August 20, 2013 We’re No. 4! We’re No. 4! This mock cheer for Florida being the fourth most populous state in […]
Florida Farmland, Tomato Assets Sell For $48 Million+ Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 15, 2013 Thousands of acres of Florida farmland, along with packing facilities, labor camps, and other assets used for growing […]
Agriculture On The Brink Of Technical Revolution Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 8, 2013 Thomas McPeek, founder of AGERPoint Inc., delves into data-driven capabilities and how they can pay off in the field.
Florida’s Young Growers Tuned Into Business, Beats Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 7, 2013 The Affordable Care Act (ACA and a.k.a., “Obamacare”) implementation continues to lurch forward. With such large, game-changing legislation, […]
Updated Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Gets Downgrade Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 5, 2013 [Updated Aug. 8 for NOAA’s updated outlook figures] Heading into the teeth of the Atlantic hurricane season, Colorado […]
Opinion: Savor The Chance To Win Hunger Games By Paul Rusnak|July 18, 2013 There’s nothing like bad banquet food to put a damper on an otherwise good gathering. This observation, sadly, […]