Category: Fruits
How Honey Hill Orchard’s family transition keeps Illinois farm thriving
Honey Hill Orchard grew stronger through thoughtful family succession and agritourism. Discover the people and practices behind its continued success.
2026 FGN Labor Survey: Growers turn to H-2A, automation to fill workforce gaps
A deep dive into grower-sourced data reveals labor shortages and major cost increases, H-2A program dependence and automation upside.
July AppleTracker: Fresh inventories tighten, Honeycrisp and Cosmic Crisp supplies rise
Also of note: processing inventories are currently up year-over-year while overall apple movement remains strong.
Q&A: IPM expert explains the Spotted Lanternfly risk to fruit growers
A University of California IPM advisor explains the spotted lanternfly threat facing growers. Review host crops and compare current control strategies.
New York revamps Nourish New York portal to link farmers, food banks
New York’s redesigned Nourish New York portal includes improved search tools, producer profiles and expanded product listings to better connect farmers with food organizations and institutional buyers.
Specialty crop growers adapt harvests, crop protection during extreme heat
Fruit and vegetable growers are adjusting harvest schedules, protecting workers and investing in heat-mitigation strategies as prolonged periods of extreme weather challenge specialty crop production.
The leadership gap in specialty crop farming: Meet the program working to close it
Find out about a program helping farm supervisors learn to lead people, not just manage harvests and operations.
CDC, FDA investigating Cyclospora outbreak across 17 states
The CDC and FDA are investigating a multistate Cyclospora outbreak affecting 17 states. Officials have not identified the source of the foodborne illness, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Market report: California grape season ramps up, tomato supplies tighten
The report notes steady supplies of organic strawberries from California at promotable pricing. Meanwhile, Pacific Northwest organic blueberry production is expected to ramp up.
California avocado industry pushes seasonal tariff-rate quota proposal
The California Avocado Commission has launched an advocacy campaign supporting a seasonal tariff-rate quota on Mexican avocado imports during California’s peak harvest season as federal officials review the USMCA trade agreement.
White House seeks $11 billion in aid for specialty crop, Florida growers
Learn what the proposal includes and what it could mean for fruit and vegetable growers.
Okanagan Specialty Fruits CEO Neal Carter buys back orchard he founded
The biotechnology fruit company enters a new chapter focused on innovation, sustainability and industry growth.
How one Sacramento Delta pear orchard continues a century of farming legacy
Today the operation continues on through sustainable management, experienced leadership and a commitment to its pear-growing heritage.
Grape growers to gather for Michigan Viticulture Field Day in Benton Harbor
The event will feature demonstrations of autonomous sprayers, precision viticulture equipment, sustainable vineyard practices and the latest grape-growing research.
California lawmakers seek $32M in emergency USDA funds to fight glassy-winged sharpshooter pest
Officials discovered GWSS-infested nursery stock had been distributed to Costco locations in 24 California counties.
New tech alert: HarvestReplay uses labor data and audio podcasts to improve specialty crop management
Learn about an innovative operational intelligence platform created exclusively for specialty crop growers.
Glass half full: Yakima cherry growers see opportunity in smaller harvest
The Northwest cherry industry is projecting lower volumes this season, with growers optimistic the tighter supply could stabilize pricing and improve profits.