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Cultivating the Future: Cal Poly Strawberry field day showcases innovation, sustainability
A spirit of progress and purpose filled the air at the 9th Annual Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day, where more than 600 strawberry growers, researchers, and industry leaders gathered to witness the future of... more »
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension vegetable specialist Benjamin Phillips received the distinguished service award from the National Association of County Agriculture Agents (NACAA). The award was presented during NACAA’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement... more »
Farm Bureau shares MAHA recommendations
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has sent a series of recommendations to the Make America Health Again (MAHA) Commission. The policy advice is designed to benefit health outcomes and ensure farmers can continue growing... more »
Hollabaugh Bros.’ Pennsylvania tree fruit success
Diversification from tree fruit into other fruit and vegetable crops has helped Pennsylvania’s Hollabaugh Bros. Fruit Farm & Market complete seven decades of growing. Twin brothers Donald and Harold Hollabaugh began farming in 1955, after... more »
Soft spray effect: Michigan vineyard’s disease management pesticide test
A Michigan winegrape grower is trialing softer pesticides that could lead to additional sustainable efforts not only in his state but also in other U.S. wine-growing regions. Shady Lane Cellars, based in Suttons Bay, Michigan,... more »
Specialty crop funding increase by Senate committee budget proposals
The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has released legislative text detailing proposals for a massive budget reconciliation package that dials back some House-approved changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The... more »
Michigan Viticulture Field Day scheduled
In late July, Midwest winegrape growers will converge in southwest Michigan to participate in two educational events that are designed to show growers and winemakers the latest developments in growing and processing. The annual Michigan... more »
UGA trials examine watermelon variety performance
With consumers going from seeded to seedless watermelons and desiring darker rinds and smaller size melons, breeders are upping their game and producing better varieties that aren’t seeded, too big or light- skinned and possess... more »
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