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Michigan State Horticultural Society lauds Thome, Shane
The Michigan State Horticultural Society has chosen a fifth-generation apple grower and a Michigan State University (MSU) senior Extension tree fruit specialist for its annual award recipients. Steve Thome, who operates Thome Orchards near Comstock... more »
New California laws affect ag
A handful of new California laws are expected to affect the Golden State's farm operations and agricultural production in the state. The new policies, , which went into effect New Year’s Day, relate to a... more »
Washington wine industry requesting research priorities
The Washington State Wine Commission (WSWC) recently opened its 2023 research survey to gather input from winegrape growers and wineries to identify top wine research priorities. Feedback from survey guides direction of state’s research program.... more »
MSU schedules grower webinars
The start of the new year brings new opportunities for fruit and vegetable growers to think creatively about ways they can expand their bottom lines. Michigan State University (MSU) Extension vegetable and fruit educators are... more »
IFPA, industry groups react to Sen. Stabenow’s stepping down
UPDATED: Michigan U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow’s service to agriculture is being commended by fresh produce industry groups, including the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). On Jan. 5, the Michigan Democrat, who has represented the Wolverine... more »
Ed sessions shine at SE Regional Fruit & Veg Conference
Fruit Growers News managing editor Chris Koger is attending the Southeast Regional Fruit & Vegetable Conference in Savannah, Georgia. At the Southeast Regional Fruit & Vegetable Conference, growers are attending sessions,... more »
Paul DiMare, voice of Florida tomatoes, dies
Paul DiMare, a man honored as a Florida agricultural giant and the voice of Florida’s tomato industry, has died. DiMare, 81, died on Friday, Dec. 30. A funeral mass is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 6... more »
UF study shows UV lamps can control strawberry pest
Because of the prominent role strawberries play in Florida winter production, controlling pests is critical. While growers began planting for this year’s harvest in October, they’re acutely aware of the potential scourge of the twospotted... more »
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