A New Tool To Fight Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus By Carol Miller|April 14, 2021 USDA-ARS study uncovers which disinfectants work against this new, highly contagious tomato virus. Read More
International Fresh Produce Association Appoints New Board Chair Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 15, 2026
Grand Prize Winner Picked for This Year’s Blueberry Boost Accelerator By U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council|October 15, 2026
Less Common Squash and Pumpkin Varieties for Growers To Pick and Choose By Carol Miller|October 14, 2026
Syngenta Names New Leader for Its North American Crop Protection Operations Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 13, 2026
4 Keys to Effective Aphid Management in Leafy Vegetables By John C. Palumbo|April 14, 2021 Because aphids have the potential to rapidly contaminate plants, preventing their establishment is critical for the production of quality crops.
How Artificial Intelligence Can Help Put Nematodes on Notice Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 14, 2021 Researchers are using the advanced technology to help growers identify the bugs – bad and good – more quickly and efficiently.
Another Helping of Pandemic-Fueled Aid on the Plate for Farmers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 14, 2021 Latest round of government funding to help expand specialty crop sector and incentivize the purchase of fruits and vegetables by low-income consumers.
Go Searching for the Perfect Tomato with Del Jardin Fresh By Mindy Robinson|April 7, 2021 Juan Lopez told a plant breeder about his ideal tomato. He now helps several breeders create new grower-friendly varieties.
FDA Says Cattle Likely Caused Recurring E. Coli Outbreaks Posted by Carol Miller|April 7, 2021 Since the outbreaks are recurring, the agency says growers can prevent spreading future infections.
Want a Better Tasting Strawberry? Artificial Intelligence Is on the Case Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 7, 2021 See how machine learning is helping researchers and plant breeders see the future of flavor.
Field Scouting Guide: Verticillium Wilt By Karli Petrovic|April 7, 2021 What you need to identify and manage this disease.
PMA and United Fresh Produce Association To Merge in 2022 Posted by Carol Miller|March 31, 2021 See why two of the most influential trade associations in the produce industry will soon become a single organization.
Ideas for Vegetable Growers Sure To Boost Off-Season Sales By Carol Miller|March 31, 2021 We asked protected agriculture suppliers for tips on increasing our income during the colder and darker months. Here’s what they had to say.
Take a Virtual Tour of Wish Farms’ New Headquarters in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 31, 2021 Longtime berry growing operation cuts the ribbon on its unique office complex in Plant City. Get an inside and outside look.
Ag Labor Case Reaches the Supreme Court – Here’s What You Need To Know By Carol Miller|March 24, 2021 In 2015, United Farm Workers (UFW) came onto Cedar Point Nursery, a strawberry operation located on the California […]
New Pathogen Strains a Cause for Concern Among Vegetable Growers By Steven T. Koike, TriCal Diagnostics|March 24, 2021 COVID-19 variants have made headlines lately. Disease mutations are a problem growers have dealt with in their own crops.
Field Scouting Guide: Corn Earworm By Karli Petrovic|March 24, 2021 What you need to identify and manage this insect.
New Solutions-Oriented Program Set To Fill a Need for Biocontrol Users By Rosemary Gordon|March 19, 2021 The creators of Biocontrols USA Conference & Expo debut BioSolutions 2021, a unique offering that will connect growers to the latest biological products.
Beware of Bean Leafroller in Your Legume Crops By Gene McAvoy|March 18, 2021 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this pest.
Welcome Immigrants To the Farming Family (Opinion) By Carol Miller|March 17, 2021 The U.S. has a long history of newcomers facing overwhelming odds but succeeding in planting long-lasting roots.
In What Way Does Fumigation Affect Soil Health? By John Washington|March 17, 2021 Although it seems counterintuitive, fumigation can boost soil health.
British Scientists Announce Solution for Carrot Cavity Spot Posted by Johnny Eppich|March 17, 2021 Cavity spot is one of the most damaging diseases for carrot growers across the U.S. A team of U.K. Scientists discovered a possible solution.
PMA Will Be Face-to-Face This Summer Posted by David Eddy|March 12, 2021 Produce Marketing Association announces annual Foodservice Conference will be back in Monterey, CA, in-person.
