How to Manage Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus in Lettuce By Richard Smith|July 15, 2020 Growers are grappling with a viral double whammy. One infects humans, the other plants. Read More
What You Need To Know about New Final Rule That Protects Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 26, 2024
Why American Agriculture Could be in for Big Changes By David Eddy|July 15, 2020 Feeling food chain impacts from coronavirus, Europeans are proposing a transformation to the continent’s farming that may ripple around the world.
Are Your Crops Now Eligible for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program? Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 10, 2020 USDA adds lengthy list of specialty commodities and adjusts prices based on industry feedback.
Silver Linings for Tomato Industry in Wake of Coronavirus By Michael Schadler|July 9, 2020 From medical supplies to the food we eat, Americans are paying more attention to where things come from.
Vegetable Farmworkers Are Essential Irrespective of Farm Size By Richard VanVranken|July 8, 2020 Reliable labor remains to be the lifeblood of American operations.
This Crazy Year Demands Joint Solutions for Vegetable Market By Carol Miller|July 8, 2020 Growers may be independent. But they’re also creative. It’s time to pool your talents to find a more secure future for everyone.
You Can Attend BioSolutions Africa Next Week Posted by Carol Miller|July 8, 2020 Curious about what international biological research shows? This virtual show offers you the chance to listen in.
Scientists Look to Build a Better Bell Pepper Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 8, 2020 Find out how bringing spicy heat to the mix could lead to varieties resistant to root-knot nematodes.
Florida Growers Look to Move Beyond Coronavirus By Frank Giles|July 6, 2020 With market demand returning and federal relief flowing, specialty crop producers hope to return to more normalcy.
New Contracts to Help Keep USDA Food Box Full Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 2, 2020 Among the second round of COVID-19-related aid, the government agency will purchase $512 million in fresh fruits and vegetables.
Vegetable Growers Rally to Conquer COVID-19-Induced Challenges By Carol Miller|July 1, 2020 Our experts weigh in on how the pandemic affected the industry and what lies ahead.
Fresh Express Recalls Salad Mixes Implicated in Midwest Outbreak Posted by Carol Miller|July 1, 2020 CDC and FDA traced the contaminated product to an Illinois facility.
Market Disruptions Changed Vegetable Production Plans Posted by Carol Miller|July 1, 2020 Due to when we conducted our State of the Vegetable Industry Survey, we gained insight into how growers changed their crop plans for 2020.
Sakata Picks Up Danziger Bell Pepper Line By Matthew J. Grassi|July 1, 2020 The purchase entitles Sakata to all existing assets of Danziger’s blocky bell pepper breeding program and will further solidify Sakata’s prominent position in the global pepper market, according to a recent press bulletin.
Coronavirus Illustrates Importance of a Sustainable Food Chain By Frank Giles|June 29, 2020 What I learned from a haircut during a pandemic.
Survey Reveals Top Opportunities and Threats to Florida Ag By Frank Giles|June 25, 2020 Fruit and vegetable growers in the Sunshine State place trade high on their agenda.
New Multi-State Bagged Salad Outbreak Centered in Midwest Posted by Carol Miller|June 24, 2020 CDC says ALDI, Hy-Vee, and Jewel-Osco are likely involved, but some cases cannot be traced to the stores.
In What Ways Will COVID-19 Change the Vegetable Industry? [Opinion] By Carol Miller|June 24, 2020 If anything, the pandemic has proven how important connectivity is for the economy to keep functioning.
Are Your Farm Tractors up to the Task? By Matthew J. Grassi|June 24, 2020 Making sure your current equipment has enough versatility and tech to remain useful for years ahead is one way to save money in a tough year.
Organic Farming Research Projects You Should Know By Carol Miller|June 24, 2020 These studies have implications for your vegetable production practices and your marketing message.