Postharvest
Apple holdings continue declining
Fresh and processing apple inventories are reported lower in early December this year than in the previous year, according to a Dec. 10 report from the U.S. Apple Association (USApple). According to the survey, the... more »
Juice processing, berry fertilization and new crop nutrition techniques highlighted at Great Lakes EXPO
At the 2024 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO, Zilfina Rubio Ames and Olga Padilla-Zakour will share insights on blueberry fertilization and Concord grape juice cold-press techniques. Padilla-Zakour, the Seneca Foods Foundation professor... more »
Editor’s letter: Working for postharvest solutions
Welcome to our postharvest issue. With harvest over or ending for many growers, Fruit Growers News examines steps taken following harvest. A potential market for growers’ postharvest waste will be explored through a University of... more »
Michigan State University Controlled Atmospheric Storage Clinic offered discussion on apple storage disorders, best practices
Postharvest physiology experts from across North America focused on apple storage disorders and best practices during a Michigan State University (MSU) Controlled Atmospheric Storage Clinic. The day of talks was hosted by Randolph Beaudry, an... more »
California processing tomato production drops 12%
California’s contracted production of processing tomatoes is forecasted to fall 12% in 2024, according to a report released by the USDA. The state is expected to produce 11.3 million tons of processing tomatoes this year,... more »
Understanding your market’s shoppers
Gathering customer data is vital for retail farm markets. It helps to understand customer preferences, enhance service offerings and refine marketing strategies to improve the customer experience. But what are the most effective data collection... more »
Fresh Inset introduces technology designed to extend produce shelf life
European-based Fresh Inset has introduced its Vidre+ Complex technology to the U.S. market. This technology is aimed at enhancing the application of 1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) across the entire produce supply chain. The Vidre+ technology boasts that... more »
NJ Agriculture Secretary highlights advanced peach packing facility during National Peach Month
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn visited the Eastern Propak distribution center in Glassboro, Gloucester County, to mark National Peach Month and highlight the availability of Jersey Fresh peaches. During the visit, Wengryn, along... more »
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