Study Predicts These 2 Popular Foods Are Resilient to Climate Change By UF/IFAS News|October 21, 2021 For those who like French fries and pasta sauce, you're in luck. New research represents a first in evaluating the future of growing produce.Read More
Red Alert! Tomato Trade with Mexico Could Cost U.S. Growers $250 Million a Year Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 22, 2021 Study shows vulnerability of the domestic industry with continued competition-related challenges and market share loss.
Want More and Bigger Tomatoes? Look To the Genes Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 12, 2021 New research project digging down to the DNA level for ways to beef up crop yield.
Tips To Tame Tomato Fruitworm, A Formidable Foe in the Field By Gene McAvoy|August 19, 2021 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this pest.
Why Von Bergen’s Country Market Grows With Different Colored Plastic Mulch By Johnny Eppich|August 18, 2021 There is a science behind why the family farm has seen an increase in yields for its tomatoes and peppers.
Latest Updates on the California Water Crisis Posted by Carol Miller|August 4, 2021 As the drought deepens, growers share their stories with national and local press.
Potential Development in Race Against Deadly Tomato Disease Posted by Frank Giles|August 2, 2021 Netherlands-based Enza Zaden seed company announced the discovery of a gene that imparts high-resistance to the deadly tomato brown rugose fruit virus.
3 Questions With Florida Tomato Industry Leader Michael Schadler By Frank Giles|July 26, 2021 The Executive VP of the Florida Tomato Exchange provides a recap of the 2020-2021 season.
‘Significant’ Price Drops Eating Away at 5 Key Vegetable Crops Posted by Carol Miller|July 21, 2021 Latest reports from USDA seem to back up rumors of recent decreases. See which veggie segments are most impacted.
$1 Million Project Aims To Stem the Seeds of Climate Change Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 9, 2021 Learn how study will help tomato growers maintain yield as temperatures continue to increase in ag regions.
Breakthrough in Battle Against Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus By Greenhouse Grower|May 18, 2021 TomaTech is currently filing a provisional patent that will help accelerate its breeding process of tomatoes that are resistant to deadly virus.
Recent Research Breakthroughs Help Improve Tomato Production By Carol Miller|April 21, 2021 These peer review journal research projects shed light on heat stress and crop protection.
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.
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.
What You Need To Know About New Cherry Tomato From Cornell Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 29, 2021 Learn why benefits of the ‘Cherry Ember’ are more than just skin deep.
Help Wanted from Tomato Taste Testers Around the World Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2021 Find out why University of Florida plant breeders are recruiting citizen scientists on a global scale.
The Search Is on To Beat Blossom-End Rot in Tomatoes By Greenhouse Grower|January 7, 2021 A team of University of Georgia researchers is studying the genetics factors tied to this malady, with the goal of developing prevention strategies.
Can You Get a Healthier Tomato by Turning up the Heat? Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 22, 2020 Postharvest study shows a sure-fire way to bring out more antioxidants and increase red color in the fruit.
Take a Tour of Tega Hills Farm By Johnny Eppich|December 9, 2020 The Charlotte, NC, area operation grows about two acres of crops in greenhouses.
Tomato That Can Stand up To Deadly Plant Virus on the Way By Brian Sparks|December 4, 2020 Syngenta Vegetable Seeds has launched its first commercial tomato brown rugose fruit virus-resistant variety. Find out when it will be available.
