Weed Control
Northern California grape, olive field day scheduled
Registration has opened for this year’s Olive & Grape field day. The event, sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) in Davis, California, is scheduled for July 30 in Hopland, California. Topics to... 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 »
Diversification aids Michigan’s Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Efficiencies, smart marketing and the willingness to diversify have helped Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill be successful in growing and processing apples for almost 80 years. In addition to apples, the third-generation family-owned and -operated... more »
UC Davis research improves weed control in orchards and specialty crops
Weed control in orchards and specialty crops remains a constant challenge for growers, requiring careful planning and smart management to stay ahead of persistent weeds. "Weeds are a year-in, year-out problem," said Brad Hanson, cooperative... more »
University of Florida researchers leverage AI to reduce herbicide use
As growers use herbicides to kill weeds to prevent crop loss, a University of Florida researcher is using artificial intelligence to reduce herbicide sprayed on crops. "We are building multiple AI-powered herbicide application units, each... more »
Cover crops for berry growers
As berry growers increasingly seek sustainable practices to enhance soil health, the use of cover crops is emerging as a powerful tool that offers both benefits and challenges in cultivating vibrant yields. We know roots... more »
Early registration ending for Southeast Regional conference
The early registration deadline for the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference is approaching. The show, scheduled for Jan. 9-11 in Savannah, Georgia, is billed as one of the South’s premier fruit and vegetable educational... more »
USDA to open Davis, California, ag research center
The USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) broke ground on the Agricultural Research and Technology Center (ARTC) in Davis, California, marking a new phase in agricultural innovation. The modern facility will centralize ARS labs currently at... more »
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