Category: Fruits
MSU Extension offers weekly fruit pest, disease updates for growers
Join the weekly Zoom meetings to get the latest field-driven intelligence and connect with regional growers and specialists.
Plant disease primer: diagnosing crown, root issues in strawberries
Maintaining healthy crowns and root zones in strawberry crops is crucial. Learn how to diagnose and overcome common issues.
UC-Santa Barbara seeks blueberry growers for pollination study
Help UC-Santa Barbara understand how growers managing pollinator habitats and pollination in blueberry crops. Take the survey today.
Women in agriculture: Cultivating change
Learn more about three women leading farms and driving innovation
2026 FGN Pest & Disease Survey report
The annual FGN Pest and Disease Survey highlights long‑standing threats and emerging worries about invasive pests and diseases.
March USApple Tracker: Holdings high, fresh stocks down
See what the latest storage numbers and varietal trends mean for growers and marketers as the 2025-26 season progresses.
Nominations open for Wisconsin Cherry Board seat; deadline March 27
Wisconsin cherry growers can submit nominations for a board seat through March 27. Learn how to participate in the upcoming industry election.
Florida blueberry meeting showcases smarter sampling, stronger varieties and disease defense
New insights on freeze tolerance, leaf rust and mid-season nitrogen testing can sharpen decisions. Read the takeaways and adjust your program.
Penn State offers grape, wine industry webinar series free for growers
A series of free, live webinars will be held through April for grape and wine growers. Find out which topics will be covered.
Recent fog aids Central Valley fruit tree winter chilling
Researchers say winter chill may have been more effective this year because of so many days with fog, learn more from AgAlert.
Price spreads explained: What USDA’s 2024 farm-to-retail data means for specialty crop growers
New USDA data shows where produce dollars go from field to shelf. See what crops return the most to growers and capture more value.
Mizzou researchers unlock how plants regulate root growth
A key protein controls plant root length, paving the way for more drought-resistant crops. Learn more about this research breakthrough.
Freeze fallout: Florida tallies massive losses in fruit, vegetable and specialty crops
See the full breakdown of specialty crop losses and find out why experts believe more support may be on the way for growers.
Eric Patrick tapped to head WSFC, strengthen northwest cherry and pear brands
The Washington State Fruit Commission has named its next leader. Learn more about his background as he takes office on March 2.
Master vineyard pruning: 2 day Michigan workshop welcomes global grape experts
Space is limited to 16 participants — secure your spot today and sharpen your pruning skills before the season begins.
Fruit growers could see stronger disaster aid, automation grants under proposed farm bill
A draft farm bill has emerged from the House Agriculture Committee. See what the proposal means for your farm and follow the February 23 markup for updates.
Blueberry fruit quality: seperating fact from perception
Review a recent study that finds similar texture and flavor properties across three main commercial blueberry varieties.
Microscopic organisms fuel big idea
Find out how MyLand is harnessing microalgae to bolster soil health.
Growing fruit — and farmers — in Michigan
Learn how Northern Michigan’s Lakeview Hill Farm empowers its workforce and adapts its production practices to today’s realities.