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 […]Read More
Study: Biostimulant Technologies Help Water Use in Almonds Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 15, 2024
Scientists Making Sure Vine Mealybugs Are Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places By USDA-ARS|May 15, 2024
Groundbreaking Peanut Research Coming Out Of Its Shell In Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 10, 2015 UF/IFAS researcher leading unique project to study and compare more than 1,500 varieties.
National Organic Survey Issued By Growing Produce Staff|July 9, 2015 The Organic Farming Research Foundation has kicked off its annual survey, asking all certified organic farmers in the […]
Study: Consumers Prefer U.S.-Grown Organic Broccoli Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 9, 2015 Country of Origin Labeling a major factor in purchasing decisions.
Early Blight And Septoria Leaf Spot Rampant On Pennsylvania Tomatoes Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 8, 2015 According to a news release from Penn State University, early blight and Septoria leaf spot are present in […]
Downy Mildew Reported In Ohio Cucumber Fields Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 8, 2015 According to a disease update from Ohio State University Extension, downy mildew was reported in cucumbers on farms […]
Toro Releases Upgrade To AquaFlow Drip Irrigation Design Software Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 8, 2015 Toro, a provider of precision irrigation equipment, has announced another upgrade to its AquaFlow drip irrigation design software. […]
New York Representative Introduces Bill To Help Young Growers Posted by Christina Herrick|July 7, 2015 The Young Farmer Success Act of 2015 was recently introduced by U.S. Rep. Chris Gibson, R-NY, and U.S. […]
GenNext Growers Taking Marketing To The Next Level Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 7, 2015 [blackoutgallery id=”75359″] In part two of our Marketing Tips From 14 GenNext Growers feature, we conclude with the […]
Nominations Open To Fill Board Seats For U.S. Potato Board’s 2016-2019 Term Posted by Rosemary Gordon|July 7, 2015 Fifty-four board members will be elected or re-elected to fill open seats on the United States Potato Board.
Georgia Court Tells Vidalia Onion Growers When They Can Pick Their Crop Posted by Rosemary Gordon|July 7, 2015 Concern was over the brand being hurt by shipping poor quality crops too soon in the season.
Agritourism Gaining Lots Of Ground In Sunshine State Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 6, 2015 Researchers report more farming operations are growing revenue by hosting festivals, tours, wine tastings, and more.
South Florida’s Newest Pest Has Significant Ooze Factor Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 2, 2015 The infamous New Guinea flatworm, one of the ‘world’s worst invasive alien species,’ might have found a new home.
PMA Advocates For Improvements To Proposed FSMA Mandatory Food Recall Guidance Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 2, 2015 This week the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) submitted comments on behalf of its membership to FDA regarding the […]
United Fresh Leadership Program’s Class 20 Donates 28 Salad Bars To Schools Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 2, 2015 Over the past year, the twelve members of United Fresh Produce Industry Leadership Program’s Class 20 raised funds […]
Florida’s Young Farmers Working To Bridge Generation Gap Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 2, 2015 Leadership conference to give GenNext Growers tools to become better agvocates.
Use Broccoli Rotations To Reduce Disease And Minimize Leaching By Richard Smith|July 1, 2015 Crop rotations are a key production practice utilized by every grower. You recognize the importance of rotations to […]
11 Pumpkin And Squash Varieties Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 1, 2015 This month’s variety specs feature focuses on pumpkin and squash varieties. Features highlighted include great disease resistance packages, excellent […]
Interview With Hazera Global Onion Product Manager Posted by Lauren María Alexander|July 1, 2015 Onion is one of the most produced vegetable crops in the world. A lot of expertise is required […]
Harvest Trends: More Mechanization Needed For Vegetable Growers By Rosemary Gordon|July 1, 2015 As the labor supply declines, industry experts and growers say investing in the latest harvesting technology will be necessary.
