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IFTA recognizes industry leaders
At their western New York conference, members of the International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA) honored individuals for their contributions to the horticulture industry. Growers, horticulturists, researchers and Extension personnel received recognition during a business meeting... more »
Diversification aids Michigan’s Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Efficiencies, smart marketing and the willingness to diversify have helped Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill be successful in growing and processing apples for almost 80 years. In addition to apples, the third-generation family-owned and -operated... more »
Michigan Apple Committee showcases orchards for Women’s History Month
The Michigan Apple Committee (MAC) recognized three women-owned apple orchards in honor of March’s Women’s History Month. Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions of women to history, culture and society. The orchards are Ed Dunneback... more »
Mid-Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable Convention farm, market tour
Participants in the Jan. 27-30 Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention in Hershey, Pennsylvania, were able to view southeast Pennsylvania farm and farm market operations east of Harrisburg. During the Jan. 27 tour, participants visited these... more »
Pennsylvania growers, farm markets recognized
Pennsylvania growers and farm markets have received recognition. At the Mid-Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable Convention, Pennsylvania’s vegetable and horticulture associations recognized industry leaders. During a Jan. 29 Pennsylvania Vegetable Growers Association (PVGA) annual membership meeting,... more »
Registration for Washington Wine research seminar now open
Innovation is scheduled to meet sustainability at Washington Advancements in Viticulture and Enology (WAVE), the Washington wine industry’s annual research event. The event, scheduled for April 23 at the Washington State University’s (WSU) Tri-Cities campus... more »
Michigan Apple Committee celebrates National Ag Week
Marking National Ag Week, the Michigan Apple Committee (MAC) sponsored an event at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. The late-March event celebrated National Ag Week. In marking the event, MAC supported the consumption of Michigan... more »
MSU surveying Michigan apple growers on orchard “shock events”
Michigan State University (MSU) is surveying state apple growers to identify and quantify the frequency and impacts of shock events on the state’s apple production. The results of MSU’s Apple Grower Survey will help develop... more »
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