Feared Peach Pest Found In California By David Eddy|September 29, 2015 Just one find so far, but an infestation could be disastrous for the U.S. stone fruit industry.Read More
Will New HLB-Resistant Rootstock Change the Game for Florida Citrus? By UF/IFAS News|October 16, 2026
International Fresh Produce Association Appoints New Board Chair Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 15, 2026
California Drought And Greenhouse Gas Programs Get Nearly $10 Million Posted by Christina Herrick|September 29, 2015 The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has selected 100 projects totaling $9.38 million from the State […]
Current Trends Top Conversation At Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association Convention By Lisa Lochridge|September 28, 2015 Invasive pests, politics, water, and GMOs stoke the fire at FFVA’s annual gathering.
Texas Grocery Chain Partners With Dole To Donate 7 Salad Bars To Schools Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 28, 2015 The donation aims to increase fresh produce options for students in Seguin, TX.
Climate Change Consensus Extends Beyond Climate Scientists, Purdue Study Indicates Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 28, 2015 Researcher says the study is the first to highlight agreement on human-caused climate change is reaching the broader scientific community.
New Hampshire Researchers Develop New Cherry Tomato Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 28, 2015 The tomato is designed to grow in hanging baskets in greenhouses.
New Pea Variety Offers Disease Resistance Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 27, 2015 Variety resists aphid-borne pathogens that can inflict huge crop losses.
USDA Fruit and Vegetable Program Changes Name to the Specialty Crops Program Posted by Christina Herrick|September 26, 2015 USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) recently changed the name of the Fruit and Vegetable Program to the Specialty […]
Coming Soon To A Card Reader Near You Posted by Christina Herrick|September 26, 2015 Banks are updating credit cards with new technology called EVM, or Europay, MasterCard, and Visa. Cards are equipped […]
FDA To Hold Public Meeting On FSMA Preventive Controls For Human And Animal Food Final Rules Posted by Christina Herrick|September 26, 2015 USDA’s FDA announced a public meeting to offer the opportunity for discussion on the recently finalized rules on […]
Chapter 11 Proceedings Help Troubled Florida Tomato Producer Out Of The Red Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 25, 2015 Bankruptcy court confirms sale of 1,151 acres in auction that clears way for continued operations at Grainger Farms.
Don’t Get Blindsided By Flower Blight Of Southern Pea By Gene McAvoy|September 24, 2015 Learn how to ID, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this vegetable disease.
YouTube Channel Provides Safety Videos For National Farm Safety Week Posted by Christina Herrick|September 23, 2015 This week marks National Farm Safety Week and 10 U.S. Agricultural Centers, with funding from the National Institute […]
Beneficial Insect Causes Problems On Tomatoes Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 23, 2015 The tomato bug may control whitefly populations in greenhouses but it is wreaking havoc in tomato fields in South Texas.
USDA Commits $2.5 Million To Expand New Farmer Education Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 23, 2015 Training will also help returning service members and urban producers.
Fungicide/Bactericide From Nufarm Is Now OMRI Listed Posted by Rosemary Gordon|September 22, 2015 ChampION++ can be used in organic production for several vegetables and fruits.
Center For Produce Safety Announces Its $20 Million Campaign Posted by David Eddy|September 22, 2015 Since its inception in 2007, the center has provided $16.4 million to fund critically-needed, actionable produce safety research.
Apples, Lettuce Among Top Organic Crops Produced Posted by Christina Herrick|September 22, 2015 Survey says sales, production increasing.
Best College Farms Battle It Out In National Ranking Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 21, 2015 Scores based on hands-on experiences, student involvement, degree plan options, and more.
A Farmer’s Road To Riches Is No Bed Of Roses By John VanSickle|September 21, 2015 Proactivity is the best way to take advantage when growth opportunities present themselves.
