Category: Fruits
Fall Creek acquires Berryplant, Berrytech to expand genetics portfolio
Fall Creek has acquired Italy-based Berryplant and Berrytech, adding raspberry and blackberry genetics to its portfolio and expanding support for berry growers.
SugarBee apple owner files Chapter 11 amid weak farm economy, mounting costs
In announcing the restructuring, BHPO emphasized that its orchards remain productive and its packing operations are continuing as normal.
Farm Market Friday: Northeast Ohio photo tour part 2
Hit the road as we stop in at three Northeast Ohio farm market and agritourism operations. Check out the photo galleries.
USMCA linked to lower food prices, Purdue study shows
A new Purdue University study finds that tariff reductions under USMCA have helped lower U.S. food prices, support year-round produce availability and strengthen North American agricultural supply chains.
USHBC names new class of blueberry industry leadership fellows
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council has selected 11 professionals for its fourth Blueberry Industry Leadership Program cohort.
5 takeaways from the June 2026 AppleTracker report
See the top five insights from the June 2026 AppleTracker report impacting U.S. apple growers.
Van Well to cease operations after delivering 2026 fruit tree crop
After nearly 80 years serving orchardists, Van Well is closing down, citing market challenges, rising costs and industry pressures.
Sunshine, strawberries and local finds: Northeast Ohio farm market photo tour
Grab your sunglasses and hit the road with us for a quick photo tour around Northeast Ohio farm markets.
USDA unveils $1.625B relief program for specialty crop farmers
USDA has launched the $1.625 billion ASCF Program to help specialty crop growers offset rising costs and market disruptions. Apply by Aug. 7.
Yamaha Agriculture expands autonomous orchard equipment lineup
Yamaha Agriculture is expanding weed-control automation capabilities with its Prospr robot for orchards and vineyards.
Tools that pay: How Okanagan Specialty Fruits saved $2,000 per acre with futuristic orchard ag tech
Learn how Okanagan Specialty Fruits integrated autonomous tractors, smart sprayers and orchard vision systems.
Nominations still open for Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under Forty Class of 2026
We are still seeking nominations for the Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under 40 Class of 2027. Submit a nomination today.
California cherry growers face heavy crop losses after storms
California cherry growers are reporting major crop losses after spring heat and rainstorms damaged orchards and reduced fruit quality across key production regions.
Midseason update: Apple growers face ‘critical inflection point’ as prices fall, costs rise
The U.S. apple industry is facing falling wholesale prices, rising labor costs, and weather-related production challenges as growers warn current economics are becoming unsustainable.
Thinking about sulfur phytotoxicity? There’s a free WSU webinar coming up
A free upcoming webinar will highlight research into sulfur-based fungicides in wine production. Click through to register.
July USMCA review draws chorus to protect U.S. fruit, vegetable growers
Ahead of the July 1 USMCA review, lawmakers and specialty crop groups are urging the Trump administration to address concerns over rising Mexican imports.
Blackberry genetics breakthrough identifies primocane-fruiting region
Scientists identified the genetic region associated with primocane-fruiting in blackberries, helping breeders accelerate development of improved cultivars with stronger yield and fruit quality.
Study finds strawberry powdery mildew evolved separately across continents
Researchers discovered that the powdery mildew infecting strawberries in North America is genetically different from the version found in Europe and Asia.
Report: China to boost U.S. ag purchases – and not just soybeans – following Trump trade talks
U.S. officials say China is expected to purchase billions of dollars in American agricultural products annually following new trade discussions between the two countries.