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ICE field raids harm growers, workers
And he was off! The ground beneath his feet was soft, and he stumbled as he tried to run straight and stay headed down the narrow row he had just picked. His cart and the crop he had harvested had been left behind for someone else to retrieve. Do... more
Improving your farm market performance
Improving your farm market performance Running a successful farm market today means more than offering fresh produce. It requires smart planning, clear pricing and a layout that encourages customers to explore and buy. With rising costs and chang... more
Individuals key to ag advocacy: Growers must ensure their seat at the table
American agriculture is at a time of economic uncertainty, market disruption, rising input costs and other tribulations. Public policy and agricultural advocacy remain vital in protecting the country's food and fiber security. For those of us who st... more
Hollabaugh Bros.’ Pennsylvania tree fruit success
Diversification from tree fruit into other fruit and vegetable crops has helped Pennsylvania’s Hollabaugh Bros. Fruit Farm & Market complete seven decades of growing. Twin brothers Donald and Harold Hollabaugh began farming in 1955, aft... more
Nematodes Don’t Stand a Chance with TELONE™ by Teleos Soil Fumigant
Managing nematodes and improving crop health begins in the soil THE PROBLEM: NEMATODES (Sponsored) Did you know that in the United States alone, the economic impact of nematodes amounts to an $8 billion annual loss? Nematodes are tiny pa... more
PGR arrival: Plant growth regulators and postharvest apple quality
Plant growth regulators (PGRs) can make big impacts on the postharvest quality of apples. PGRs applied at the correct time are critical for long-term storage. One of Cornell’s postharvest science research program’s experiments is examining PG... more
Family stone fruit tradition: Mountain View’s stone fruit focus
Mountain View Fruit Sales has been family-owned and -operated since 1994, working in the San Joaquin Valley in Reedley, California. Over the past three decades, the company has emerged as an industry leader in innovative technology and sustainable f... more
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