Fruits
Three-season high tunnel fruit production gains steam
Beginning in 2010, organic and conventional production of red raspberries, sweet cherries and blackberries have been studied by Michigan State University (MSU) researchers under an acre of multiple bay high tunnels (Haygrove Tunnels). “High tunnels... more »
NYS grown, certified food program launches
A New York State Grown & Certified program has been launched, as well as a new $20 million food hub in the Bronx to increase access to farm-fresh produce. The New York State Grown &... more »
Texas Fruit Conference seeks fruit growers, enthusiasts
New growers, commercial producers, homegardeners and fruit enthusiasts in general are encouraged to attend the fifth annual Texas Fruit Conference Oct. 31-Nov. 1 in New Braunfels. The event, hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension... more »
NNY cold hardy grapes nursery being ‘remodeled’
The cold-hardy grape variety research nursery in Northern New York at is getting a make-over. With new funding from the farmer-driven Northern New York Agricultural Development Program that helped establish the nursery at the Cornell... more »
EXPO schedule packed with educational events
In addition to a large trade show with more than 450 exhibitors, this year’s Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO will offer a variety of educational opportunities and special events. Once again, the... more »
Indian Ladder Farms learns value of an apple a day
Indian Ladder Farms in the Albany, New York, suburb of Altamont-Voorheesville is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2016, and owner Peter Ten Eyck is proud to say it’s been in his family the entire century.... more »
WAPA gains Chinese organization as member
WAPA (World Apple and Pear Association) has welcomed the apple and pear section of the China Chamber of Commerce of Foodstuffs and Native Produce (CFNA) as a new member. The membership was formalized on Sept. 2... more »
Japanese beetle outbreak detected in Oregon
A record number of invasive Japanese beetles have been detected in Washington County within the city of Portland this summer. To date, the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) has found 265 Japanese beetles in traps... more »
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