Category: Crop Protection
Invasive spotted lanternfly confirmed in Michigan
The invasive spotted lanternfly has been found in a Michigan county.
OSU South Centers to host Crop, Soil & Water Field Night on July 25
Drones and inputs will be part of a Crop, Soil & Water Field Night to be hosted by Ohio State University (OSU).
UF study: strawberry growers can use fewer pesticides to control chilli thrips
Study: strawberry growers can use fewer pesticides to control pestA University of Florida research shows how strawberry growers can use fewer pesticides to control a destructive pest.
FieldWatch highlights locations of organic crops, bees
An online mapping registry that allows organic growers and beekeepers to alert commercial pesticide applicators and neighbors who farm about sensitive acreage continues to gain interest across the U.S.
Organic Produce Summit announces changes
The Organic Produce Summit (OPS) has made some changes to this year’s show, including the addition of a fireside chat.
FGN Labor Survey results highlight grower challenges
The 2024 FGN labor survey results reveal grower concerns over H-2A costs, shortages, and rising wages. Learn how labor impacts fruit growers.
Tenerelli Orchards exits wholesale, focuses on farmers markets, u-pick
Leaving the wholesale end of the business for direct-to-consumer sales via farmers markets proved a successful move for a Southern California tree fruit grower.
Nutrien releasing biocontrol technology
An acquisition should help Nutrien Ag Solutions release new biocontrol technology designed to help growers improve yields.
MSU to host 2024 preharvest blueberry Extension twilight meeting
The Michigan State University blueberry team is inviting blueberry growers to attend this year’s preharvest blueberry Extension twilight meeting.
Smart Apply welcomes Lasseter Tractor as new authorized dealer
Smart Apply, Inc., announced that Lasseter Tractor Company is now an authorized dealer of their Intelligent Spray Control System.
Weed Science Field Tour on June 12
Washington State University is hosting the 2024 Weed Science Field Tour from 1-5 pm on June 12 at research fields on the Palouse.
New beetle emerging threat to nut crops
University of California researchers and almond growers are seeking solutions for controlling the carpophilus beetle, a newcomer to the state that is an established pest in Australia.
Public hearings to discuss pesticide use
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) will hold public hearings to give the public advance notice about pesticide use.
2024 Michigan viticulture field day scheduled
This year’s Michigan Viticulture Field Day and Enology Experience Day are scheduled.
UC study estimates blackberry production costs
A new study examines how growers and others can estimate costs and potential returns for blackberries grown on California’s Central Coast.
Chiquita introduces climate change variety development initiative
Chiquita, a leading global banana brand, has started a joint venture to research and develop disease-resistant banana variety.
Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day registration opens
Registration is now open for the annual Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day.
UC study estimates costs for growing coastal organic strawberries
A new study can help growers and others estimate costs and potential returns for California’s Central Coast organic strawberries.
Plant disease scientist honored
A Cornell University plant disease scientist has been honored for her work in improving crops.
MSU hires farm manager for plant pathology, entomology centers
Michigan State University has hired a new farm manager to oversee its Plant Pathology and Entomology Research Centers.