Category: Crop Management
UGA trials examine watermelon variety performance
UGA trials are examining watermelon variety performance. Read how breeders are producing better watermelon varieties.
Sym-Agro introduces KitoGard for nematode and root disease control
Sym-Agro KitoGard nematicide helps fruit and nut growers control nematodes and boost root health. Learn more about the new solution
Texas International Produce Association applauds Mexico water agreement
The TIPA is celebrating the new U.S.-Mexico water agreement. Learn how it supports fair trade and U.S. growers after years of imbalance.
Good Humus Produce’s community mindset
Good Humus Produce grows organic produce in Northern California. Read more about Good Humus’ community mindset.
Cherry grower Cherry Ke promotes specialty ag through social media
Talon Felker grows cherries in the “Cherry Capital of the World.” Learn about the social media influencer’s mission to promote Michigan specialty crops.
UF/IFAS to host stone fruit field day
UF/IFAS’ stone fruit field day will cover new techniques and insights for commercial growers. Get more details about the May 7 event.
Farm market challenges: Labor, input costs drive farm market pricing
Inflation, inputs and labor press farm markets. Learn about the challenges facing farm market operators in this year’s Farm Market Survey.
Sensory help: Equipment tech saves water in orchards
Managing irrigation can be difficult. Read how Extension researchers are developing equipment that can conserve water.
Pittsburgh training center to build urban ag farm
Pittsburgh’s Bidwell Training Center has received a grant to build an urban farm and market. Read how the facilities will help the community.
Prospiant names Burk Metzger as president
Burk Metzger has been named president of Prospiant. Learn how Metzger plans to grow and strengthen the company’s performance.
Michigan Apple Committee announces 2025 research projects
The Michigan Apple Committee has approved funding for 10 research projects in 2025. Learn how the projects address common grower challenges.
Florida farms reduce water use by 25% with crop bed change
A Florida farmer and researcher collaborated to save water with compact-bed geometry. See how their efforts boosted sustainability and yields.
IFTA winter tour: New York orchard lessons
The International Fruit Tree Association members toured New York apple orchards. Learn how the tour helped them become more efficient in their orchard operations.
IFTA recognizes industry leaders
The International Fruit Tree Association’s winter conference was in New York. Read how growers and industry individuals were honored for their horticulture industry contributions.
Diversification aids Michigan’s Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill grows apples, vegetables and strawberries. Learn how the willingness to diversify helped it succeed for 80 years.
New University of Florida strawberries better at resisting chilli thrips
University of Florida has found strawberry varieties that show less harm from chilli thrips. Learn more about the findings from UF experts.
Registration for Washington Wine research seminar now open
The Washington Advancements in Viticulture and Enology (WAVE) research seminar is scheduled for April 23. Learn more and register now.
MSU surveying Michigan apple growers on orchard “shock events”
MSU is surveying state apple growers to better understand how shock events impact the state’s apple production. Learn more about the survey.
Abiotic stress management products now available from Acadian Plant Health
New biostimulant products from Acadian Plant Health help crops combat abiotic stress. Get details on how they work to reduce yield loss.
Mark Evans leads Michigan fruit growers with focus on education and research
Mark Evans advances Midwest fruit orchard management through MSHS leadership, grower education, research support and farm innovation.