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Texas growers expect bumper peach, blackberry crops
Texas peach and blackberry producers are reporting above-average fruit sets, good growing conditions and very few issues as they near harvests, and are expecting high demand, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Larry Stein,... more »
Brighter Brites names River Fresh Farms key partner in Salinas, California
Brighter Brites, a nonprofit organization that delivers fresh fruits, vegetables and nutrition education resources directly into families’ hands, has named River Fresh Farms a key partner in Salinas, California. Through this partnership, River Fresh Farms provides... more »
California confirms low or no pesticide residues in most fruits and vegetables
A newly released Department of Pesticide Regulation report should ease concerns of California consumers unsure about pesticide residues in fresh fruits and vegetables. The 2019 California Pesticide Residue Monitoring Program Report shows that 96% of... more »
Wild Washington yeast may hold key to reducing sugar content in wine
Creating wine is a balancing act between the quality of harvested grapes and the types of microorganisms that ferment grape juice. Too much sugar during the fermentation process means too much alcohol in the final... more »
Washington groups decry reopening for vaccinated employees except farm workers
Washington state’s leading agricultural groups say Gov. Jay Inslee has a double standard for farmers and their vaccinated workers following his announcement on Friday that fully vaccinated employees do not have to wear a mask... more »
MSU plans Michigan Grape Pre-Bloom Webinar on May 27
The Michigan State University Extension Grape Team will be hosting its 2021 Statewide Grape Pre-Bloom Webinar on Thursday, May 27, from 1-4PM via Zoom. This webinar is free, but registration is required by midnight on... more »
OPGMA Summer Tour set for June 29 in Bucyrus, Ohio
The 2021 Ohio Produce Growers and Marketers Association (OPGMA) Summer Tour is going to be taking place at the Market at Pickwick Place on June 29, 2021. The address is 1875 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus,... more »
Periodical cicada management on blueberries outlined
As we await the emergence of Brood X of the periodical cicada this year, it’s time to think about what steps you might take to protect your small fruit plantings. Blueberries, like other woody species,... more »
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