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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 »
2,500 growers and tech leaders to meet at FIRA USA ag robotics show
The third edition FIRA USA’s ag robotics show will be in northern California this fall. The Oct. 22-24 event, to be in Woodland, California, west of the Sacramento airport, is set to bring 2,500 growers... more »
Fresh Views: Alstede Farms leverages social media platforms, emails to assist with its success
Alstede Farms, is a majority-female owned family farm that is now entering its second generation with myself and my sister as owners. Our business grows more than 800 acres of fruits and vegetables, and social... more »
Oxbo partners with Fresno State on harvesting equipment
Specialty crop harvesting equipment manufacturer Oxbo is introducing nut harvesting machinery. Oxbo's partnership with Fresno State University will make Oxbo the official pistachio equipment partner for Fresno State’s 2024 pistachio harvest season. Oxbo designs and... more »
MSU hosts global food safety experts
At Michigan State University’s recent (MSU) Global Food Safety Symposium, global authorities in food safety innovation, research and policy discussed issues and topics related to food safety and food security. The July symposium, hosted by... more »
Connecting innovation and education at the Great Lakes EXPO
The Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO and Michigan Greenhouse Growers EXPO provide ample opportunities to connect with key decision-makers on the show floor. This three-day event features over 70 educational sessions and... more »
Grants for farmers: Part 1: Grant listings
Are there grants for farmers? Yes! Read on to see several directories of the grant programs that farmers can apply for. Each listing has links for numerous grants as well as details on how and... more »
Ohio State University hosts Berry Field Night for experienced and novice growers
Ohio State University South Centers will host the Ohio Berry Field Night on Aug. 28 from 5 to 9 p.m. The event, to be held at 1864 Shyville Road, aims to provide both novice and... more »
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