Category: Fruits
August tracker: Stocks tighten, Honeycrisp holdings surge
U.S. growers are heading toward the 2026 harvest with significantly less fresh carryover overall.
Canadian apple groups strengthen collaboration under Apples Canada
The group also announced the 2026 apple crop is estimated at 18.9 million bushels.
In memoriam: Michigan peach industry, farm market pioneer Paul Friday dies
Friday, age 85, dedicated his life to improving the Michigan peach industry and the peach industry will always bear his stamp.
IFTA Summer Tour: Cornell researchers showcase emerging orchard disease, weed and IPM tools
Explore research on UV-C disease management, orchard IPM, mechanical weed control, Honeycrisp bitter pit mitigation and spotted lanternfly.
Illinois Extension: Postharvest orchard care is key to next season’s yields
Illinois Extension is encouraging apple growers to continue managing orchards after harvest, because healthy trees going into winter dormancy are crucial for maximizing next year’s crop.
New e-commerce platform streamlines 1-MCP purchases for U.S. apple growers
Fresh Inset Solutions has launched a digital platform providing direct access to MaTri 1-MCP solutions and treatment planning tools.
Cornell study looks at PGRs and better harvest timing for cider apples
Recent research shows strategic use of PGRs helps growers balance fruit maturity, limit preharvest drop and boost harvest efficiency.
2026 IFTA Summer Tour: Hudson Valley orchards showcase agritourism, innovation and resilience
Tag along for a photo tour of the International Fruit Tree Association’s 2026 Summer Tour in New York’s Hudson Valley.
Rest in Peace: Virginia fruit industry icon Henry Montague Chiles passes away
Learn more about the lifelong advocate for fruit growing and rural enterprise. Chiles helped shape Virginia’s apple and peach industries over more than seven decades.
How Honey Hill Orchard’s family transition keeps Illinois farm thriving
Honey Hill Orchard grew stronger through thoughtful family succession and agritourism. Discover the people and practices behind its continued success.
2026 FGN Labor Survey: Growers turn to H-2A, automation to fill workforce gaps
A deep dive into grower-sourced data reveals labor shortages and major cost increases, H-2A program dependence and automation upside.
July AppleTracker: Fresh inventories tighten, Honeycrisp and Cosmic Crisp supplies rise
Also of note: processing inventories are currently up year-over-year while overall apple movement remains strong.
Q&A: IPM expert explains the Spotted Lanternfly risk to fruit growers
A University of California IPM advisor explains the spotted lanternfly threat facing growers. Review host crops and compare current control strategies.
New York revamps Nourish New York portal to link farmers, food banks
New York’s redesigned Nourish New York portal includes improved search tools, producer profiles and expanded product listings to better connect farmers with food organizations and institutional buyers.
Specialty crop growers adapt harvests, crop protection during extreme heat
Fruit and vegetable growers are adjusting harvest schedules, protecting workers and investing in heat-mitigation strategies as prolonged periods of extreme weather challenge specialty crop production.
The leadership gap in specialty crop farming: Meet the program working to close it
Find out about a program helping farm supervisors learn to lead people, not just manage harvests and operations.
CDC, FDA investigating Cyclospora outbreak across 17 states
The CDC and FDA are investigating a multistate Cyclospora outbreak affecting 17 states. Officials have not identified the source of the foodborne illness, and the investigation remains ongoing.