USDA releases $2 billion for specialty crops growers disaster recovery

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has introduced programs designed to help specialty crop growers recover from natural disasters, including a trio of hurricanes that this fall struck the Southeast. ... more »

Weathered But Strong: Georgia Hurricane Helene relief program started

Applications are open for Georgia growers harmed by Hurricane Helene. The Weathered But Strong fund aims to provide critical financial assistance to those in need, and growers across the affected area... more »

Editor’s Letter: Seeking efficient tree fruit varieties

In our tree fruit varieties issue, Fruit Growers News examines new cultivars available to growers. Plus, the issue covers Ridgefest and apple consumption, plum varieties, Great Lakes EXPO and learn m... more »

Fresh Views: A Team approach to plant disease management

Have you ever run into a plant disease issue that left you stumped? Who did you turn to for advice or information on how to manage this disease?  Luckily, when it comes to managing plant diseases,... more »

Researchers studying natural methods to help strawberries, cutting chemical fumigation

Researchers studying natural method to help strawberry growers In strawberry farming, soilborne pathogens have long presented a challenge. Historically, chemical fumigation has been the preferred meth... more »

Water quality management in orchards: Maintaining grove water

Water quality management in orchards is important for ensuring a successful crop. Mike Wade, executive director of the California Farm Water Coalition, noted most efforts focus largely on controlling ... more »

Current Issue

Fruit Growers News November 2024 cover image

Michigan Ridgefest: Industry consumption push drives Ridgefest apple updates

Water quality management in orchards: Maintaining grove water

Grove insights: IFTA summer tour

Plum factors:  Successful varieties offer growers opportunities

2024 Great Lakes EXPO: Juice processing, berry fertilization and new crop nutrition techniques to be highlighted

40U40 honorees

2025 Fruit & Nut Buyers’ Guide

Anaerobic soil disinfestation: Researchers study natural method to help strawberry growers

Washington tree fruit growers react to H-2A ruling

Organic Grower: Blue Bird Fruit 

Fresh Views: Team approaches to disease management

Farm Market & Agritourism: Market channel assessment

Ag Labor Review: Candid discussions regarding ag labor dilemmas

 

 

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