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UGA’s Dario Chavez spotlighted in Fruit Growers News 40 Under 40 class
University of Georgia researcher Dario Chavez has been named to the Fruit and Vegetable 40 Under 40 Class of 2020 by Fruit Growers News. The prestigious honor places Chavez within a small group of young... more »
Study: CFAP payment limits hinder specialty crop producers
A study recently conducted by the Agricultural & Food Policy Center at Texas A&M University found that the payment limits imposed by the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program would have varying impacts across the country, but specialty crop producers... more »
Weather conditions favorable for SWD spray applications in Michigan
Managing spotted wing drosophila in blueberries and raspberries is critical during harvest. Lower daily temperatures are an opportunity for using a wider range of insecticide products recommended for control. Currently, pyrethroids are very effective. As... more »
Okanagan Specialty Fruits hires Tahir as director, research and regulatory affairs
Summerland, British Columbia-based Okanagan Specialty Fruits announced Muhammad Tahir (Tahir) has joined the company as its new director, research and regulatory affairs, replacing John Armstrong, who is retiring after 20 years with the company. According... more »
Virtual event with Costco’s Frank Padilla and Category Partners’ Steve Lutz
The Organic Produce Network will hold a virtual online event featuring Frank Padilla, Costco’s vice president and general manager, produce and meat, and Steve Lutz, Category Partners’ senior vice president of insights & innovation, discussing... more »
Trellis SC herbicide label expanded to include caneberries
Corteva Agriscience has issued a supplemental label for Trellis SC (isoxaben) herbicide use in newly planted and bearing caneberries. Trellis already has approved uses for weed control in blueberry, grape, and a few other fruit... more »
Michigan apple group touts benefits to digestive health
Michigan Apples can help keep your digestive system healthy, along with a balanced diet that includes many fruits and vegetables. The Michigan Apple Committee works with expert Shari Steinbach, M.S., R.D. to communicate the health... more »
Michigan order requires testing of ag and food processing employees for COVID-19
On Aug. 3, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Director Robert Gordon issued an Emergency Order requiring COVID-19 testing for agricultural and food processing employees. According to a news release, the order makes Michigan... more »
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