Category: South Central
Texas Watermelon Association refreshes website
There’s a new look for Texas’ watermelon industry website. Read about the Texas Watermelon Association’s online makeover.
Trump nominates policy aide for Secretary of Agriculture
A former White House aide lawyer with agriculture ties under President-elect Donald Trump has been tapped to head the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
TIPA honors packaging pioneer Craig Fox
During this year’s Viva Fresh, the Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) celebrated the vibrant spirit of the fresh produce industry while also paying tribute in memoriam to Texas produce icon, Craig Fox of Fox Packaging.
Kenneth Fox, Fox Packaging founder, dies
Kenneth Fox, founder of Fox Packaging, has died.
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).
Fox Packaging hires Jensie Smith as account manager
Fox Packaging has hired Jensie Smith as retail and key account manager.
Texas panhandle growers threatened by wildfires
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University of Arkansas debuts Ozark Mango
The Arkansas Fruit Breeding Program has introduced the Ozark Mango. The fruit is actually a nectarine, named for its aroma and flavor.
USHBC seeks nominations for members
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) is seeking nominations to fill member and alternate positions for the USHBC Blueberry Promotion, Research and Information Order.
New Arkansas blackberry performs late in season
The Arkansas Fruit Breeding Program has released a new late-season blackberry to give growers a premium product after other varieties are done yielding.
Texas event tailors fruit education to state’s climate
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas Fruit Conference peaches apples walnuts
Growers to be inducted into Texas Produce Hall of Fame
Texas International Produce Association TIPA Texas Produce Hall of Fame
Conference focuses on Kentucky specialty crops
Registration for the Kentucky Fruit & Vegetable Conference is open.
Deterring wildlife: Texas vineyard controls fruit loss
Deep in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Fredericksburg, Texas, Heritage Vineyard uses trapping and other methods to control wildlife damage.
Ed Auler, Texas Hill Country winegrape pioneer, dies
Hugo Auler Texas Hill Country winegrapes Fall Creek Vineyards grapes recognition
Viva Fresh expo issues clean eating challenge call for participants
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Texas Hill Country peach grower limits pests, conserves water
Clean groves, meticulous weeding and minimal spraying of harsh chemicals help Fisher & Wieser’s Das Peach Haus (F&W) remain a successful Texas peach grower.
University of Arkansas leads blackberry genome project
An international team of scientists has assembled the first complete sequence of the blackberry genome, creating a genetic tool that will help guide fruit breeders to develop new varieties with improved flavor, hardiness and other desired characteristics.
IT and engineering service firm honored for volunteer efforts
A global IT and engineering service firm that developed a charitable seed to table initiative has been recognized for its service.
Texas A&M releases low-, medium-chill peaches
Peach lovers in Texas owe much of their delight to Texas A&M AgriLife’s Stone Fruit Breeding and Genetic program.