Category: By Region
Red Tomato rebrands apples, expands EcoCertified distribution
In time for the 2024 apple season, Red Tomato has rebranded and expanded distribution of its EcoCertified line of products.
USApple elects Brett Baker as new board chair
New York apple marketer and shipper Brett Baker is the new USApple board chair.
Michigan apple growers to harvest 31 million bushels in 2024
This year’s Michigan apple harvest is expected to be smaller than last year’s, but still ahead of the typical crop.
2024 Cranberry Crop Forecast: Massachusetts sees boost
The 2024 cranberry harvest in Massachusetts is projected to see a notable increase, according to the NASS of the USDA.
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics names new director
Jan Byrne has been promoted to lead Michigan State University’s (MSU) Plant & Pest Diagnostics department.
Georgia ag labor forum announces speakers
Speakers have been publicized for the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association’s (GFVGA) labor seminar.
Melons hosts for cucurbit downy mildew detected in New England
Melons are hosts for cucurbit downy mildew (CDM), a disease that harms cucurbits, has been spotted in New England.
Washington apple forecast predicts return to normal with exceptional quality
WSTFA has announced its outlook for the 2024 apple harvest, projecting a crop of 124 million forty-pound boxes.
New research projects funded to boost rootstock resilience for California grape growers
The California Grape Rootstock Improvement Commission (CGRIC) has approved funding for five new research projects.
Grants for farmers: Part 1: Grant listings
Listings of grants available to farmers from the USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and others.
Ohio State University hosts Berry Field Night for experienced and novice growers
Ohio State University South Centers will host the Ohio Berry Field Night to provide growers with insights into advanced production techniques.
Grand Rapids tree fruit update from MSU
MSU’s tree fruit update states cooler temperatures in the Grand Rapids region this week are aiding fruit reddening.
Michigan Apple hosts 2nd “Handpicked” social media summit
The Michigan Apple Committee recently hosted its second annual Handpicked Social Media Summit.
UF IFAS offers fruit growers food safety education
The University of Florida, Extension, located in the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is offering food safety trainings for 2024.
The success of Burger’s Farm stems from generations of a hands-on approach
Burger’s Farm is a 135 year- old working farm in Pennsylvania, Read how the same family of five generations operates the farm with a hands-on approach
Oishii expands berry distribution to East Coast farmers markets
Oishii, a vertical farming company, will distribute its Omakase and Koyo berries at East Coast farmers markets from July 21-Sept. 1.
Wisconsin Cherry Board election results released
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results.
UGA Extension program helps farmers adopt sustainable irrigation methods
The UGA Extension program helps farmers adopt sustainable irrigation methods, which is essential as insurance.
UF drone camp steers 4-H teens toward future careers
Florida high school students are learning how to master drone use in agriculture and other industries.