Category: By Region
MSU funds climate projects
In Michigan, four research and outreach projects have been funded through the new Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program.
Kenneth Fox, Fox Packaging founder, dies
Kenneth Fox, founder of Fox Packaging, has died.
Pennsylvania recognizes fruit industry professionals
Chris Baugher, vice president of operations for Adams County Nursery, is the State Horticultural Association of Pennsylvania (SHAP) 2024 Outstanding Grower of the Year.
Carmel Valley winegrapes: Parsonage Village Vineyard
Thinning, wildlife control aid Parsonage Village Vineyard
Land-use bill for solar sites opposed
Roughly half of California’s 30 million acres of farmland is protected from development by the California Land Conservation Act of 1965.
Michigan fruit update released
Michigan State University (MSU) has released a seasonal fruit production update.
Grant Holley to lead Wisconsin cranberry group
Grant Holley is the new executive director of the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association (WSCGA).
2024 Michigan Fruit Management Guide available
The Michigan Fruit Management Guide, which includes coverage of strawberries, has been released by Michigan State University (MSU) Extension.
MSU grape spring meeting focuses on season prep
MSU grape spring kick-off meeting focuses on season preparation
Biofungicide Mevalone approved for use in California
Sipcam Agro USA has launched biofungicide Mevalone in California.
UC strawberry study looks at growing costs, returns
A new study can help estimate costs and potential returns for growing strawberries on California’s Central Coast.
April apple storage up
Fresh and processing apple inventories are reported higher this April from the previous April, according to an April 10 report from the U.S. Apple Association.
Onion, watermelon veteran joins G&R Farms
Vidalia onion and pecan grower G&R Farms has added Rawls Neville as sales manager.
Early season reminders for grower application timings
Because there have been starts and stops to the Michigan’s 2024 field season due to weather, Michigan State University Extension reminds growers to be on top of management decisions as phenological stages are likely to move quickly and key application timings may be missed.
Georgia growers reject wine & grape marketing order
The Peach State’s wine producers have again failed to approve a new marketing order.
USApple webinar: little spring weather concern
As spring blooms move into the summer months, apple growers keep an eye on spring temperatures, potential storms and freezes and how the weather could affect their crops.
IFPA director joins farm labor task force
The International Fresh Produce Association’s John Hollay, director of U.S. government relations for the group, has been named to a multi-stakeholder and bi-national task force on farm labor.
Michigan tree fruit research program reapproved
With a 63% approval, Michigan’s apple, cherry, peach and plum producers have approved a referendum to continue the Michigan Tree Fruit Research and Development Program.
TIPA welcomes more students into produce career program
The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) is welcoming more students into its career networking and mentorship student program, Encouraging Discovery & Growth in Education (EDGE).
Ed Wengryn leads NJ Department of Agriculture
Edward D. Wengryn recently became New Jersey secretary of agriculture.