Florida Announces Its 2014 Woman Of The Year In Agriculture Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 29, 2014 Longtime award recognizes women who have made outstanding contributions to the state’s farming sector.Read More
What You Need To Know about New Final Rule That Protects Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 26, 2024
National Security May Depend On A Healthy Diet [Opinion] By Rosemary Gordon|September 29, 2014 Your bottom line as well as the future of our country will depend on promoting healthy eating to the next generation.
Florida Produce Industry Embracing Progress, Confronting Challenges By Lisa Lochridge|September 29, 2014 Production pressures and politics hot topics at FFVA’s 71st Annual Convention.
Grower Achievement Award Recipient Says The Ag Industry Will Continue To Advance Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 29, 2014 Robert Sakata of Sakata Farms, the recipient of the 2014 Grower Achievement Award, says it is up to us to propel the industry forward.
Rapid Cooling Equals Longer Shelf Life For Fresh Market Sweet Corn By Rosemary Gordon|September 29, 2014 Minimize mechanical injury and remember the three “T”s of cooling: time, turbulence, and temperature.
Florida Farmers Finding Ways To Cultivate An Environment Of Excellence [Opinion] By Adam Putnam|September 26, 2014 Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam salutes producers putting their best management practices forward.
Growers Should Partner Wisely To Stay Afloat Amid WOTUS Woes [Opinion] By Frank Giles|September 26, 2014 According to Florida Grower editor Frank Giles, the Clean Water Act is muddying waters for farmers.
Idaho Potato Commission Appoints New Commissioners Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 26, 2014 Hardy and Blanksma to serve three-year terms; Christensen reappointed.
Northwest Potato Crop Value Up 2% From 2012 Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 26, 2014 The Idaho, Washington, and Oregon combined potato crop is valued at $1.98 billion for 2013.
USDA Takes Steps To Help Farmers Manage Risk Posted by Lauren María Alexander|September 25, 2014 New programs offers farmers protection against price drops and additional unforeseen risks.
Take The Battle To Bagrada Bugs By Gene McAvoy|September 25, 2014 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this insect pest.
Ham Produce Co. To Open New Sweetpotato Facility Posted by Lauren María Alexander|September 24, 2014 The North Carolina based operation plans to invest $12 million in the facility opening Sept. 30.
New Sub-Surface Irrigation Approach Helps Save Labor Posted by Lauren María Alexander|September 24, 2014 Root Demand Irrigation offers a plant-driven irrigation solution to help save time, energy, water, and money.
National Farmers Union Submits Comments On Clean Water Act Posted by Christina Herrick|September 23, 2014 Organization urges other industry groups to submit constructive comments.
Viability On The Menu For Long-Term Vegetable Market Outlook By John VanSickle|September 23, 2014 Economic recovery favorable for climbing consumption trends.
Luke Bryan Pays It Forward For Farming By Chad Gillyard|September 23, 2014 Country superstar honors agriculture with his Farm Tour.
Florida Growers Seize Control Of Water Challenges By Frank Giles|September 22, 2014 New irrigation projects and fertilizer practices have tremendous potential for protecting resources, while enhancing productivity.
Sakata Seed America Shows Heart Through Charitable Program Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 19, 2014 Company’s corporate giving mission bears fruit for the American Heart Association.
Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association Seeks Fresh Approach To Marketing Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 17, 2014 New partnership bolsters Fresh From Florida program.
FDA Announces Cooperative Agreement To Implement National Produce Safety Rule Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 17, 2014 Agreement will provide information to help plan and carry out the produce safety rule in partnership with state regulatory agencies.