Raspberries & Blackberries
Brad Moorer, MBG Marketing CEO, dies
MBG Marketing and Naturipe Farms is mourning the loss of its CEO, Brad Moorer. Moorer, 48, died Aug. 7. Moorer led MBG Marketing and its growers for nearly 15 years. He started his career as... more »
Hollabaugh Bros.’ Pennsylvania tree fruit success
Diversification from tree fruit into other fruit and vegetable crops has helped Pennsylvania’s Hollabaugh Bros. Fruit Farm & Market complete seven decades of growing. Twin brothers Donald and Harold Hollabaugh began farming in 1955, after... more »
Five state coalition demands USDA AEWR transparency
Five states and 30 grower and produce organizations have organized to press the USDA on how it calculates the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR), which determines minimum wages under the H-2A agricultural guest-worker program. The... more »
Washington Red Raspberry Commission launches frozen raspberry campaign
To connect consumers with the roots of their food, the Washington Red Raspberry Commission (WRRC) has launched a new national campaign promoting frozen raspberries. The Great American Frozen Raspberry campaign has been introduced as a... more »
Women in agriculture lead change and innovation
Women are increasingly stepping into pivotal roles in the ag industry, challenging stereotypes and reshaping how farming and food production move forward. From small family orchards to commercial operations to academic leadership, women in agriculture... more »
Cover crops for berry growers
As berry growers increasingly seek sustainable practices to enhance soil health, the use of cover crops is emerging as a powerful tool that offers both benefits and challenges in cultivating vibrant yields. We know roots... more »
Wish Farms builds a legacy through organic fruit production and innovation
For more than a century, Wish Farms has evolved from a New York City brokerage into an international berry grower, shipper, and marketer. Based in Plant City, Florida, the family-owned company has built its reputation... more »
Breaking berry boundaries: NC State improves raspberries
North Carolina tops the U.S. in growing sweet potatoes as well as producing poultry and eggs, and is second nationally in turkeys, trout and Christmas trees, third for cucumbers and hogs, and is in the... more »
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