Category: Peaches
Yamaha Agriculture expands autonomous orchard equipment lineup
Yamaha Agriculture is expanding weed-control automation capabilities with its Prospr robot for orchards and vineyards.
USDA funds $9M orchard removal program amid California peach industry crisis
USDA will provide up to $9M to remove over 400K clingstone peach trees in California, helping growers after Del Monte’s cannery closure.
Illinois Extension: Assess winter fruit tree damage now to avoid issues later
Winter weather can cause hidden trunk damage in apple trees. Here’s how to identify frost cracks, sunscald and assess potential long-term impacts.
Farm Market Fridays: Rohrbach’s is where family fun, local goods, friendly smiles and killer BBQ meet
Meet Rohrbach’s, a Central PA treasure with a unique mix of local goods and food and a serious commitment to building community through agritourism and events.
Four generations strong: Balakian Farms’ organic commitment endures
At this California stone fruit farm, sustainable practices shape deep roots. Read how farming is more than a job at Balakian.
Winter blast prompts Florida officials to push for USDA disaster assistance
Florida officials request farm disaster assistance as freezing weather threatens crops. Read how growers will be affected and what aid may be available.
New Syngenta insecticides get EPA green light
A new Syngenta insecticide 12 years in the making has cleared another regulatory hurdle. Learn which tree fruit crops it’s labeled for use on.
New MSHS leader follows father’s tree fruit leadership
There’s a new MSHS leader. Read more about Kyle Weber of MM Farms’ tree fruit leadership
Fresh Views: Sustainability for the future of farming
Environmentally responsible growing practices are important. Read this Fresh Views writer’s take on sustainable farming.
IFTA summer tour shows Canadian tree fruit methods
This year’s IFTA summer tour took participants to Ontario. Learn about the tree fruit growing methods the visitors saw.
Hanulcik Farm Market & Orchard’s central Michigan fruit heritage
Hanulcik Farm Market & Orchard began in 1936. Read how the family operation switched to a retail focus.
Michigan Tree Fruit Commission: Start-up funding maintains tree fruit competitiveness
There’s a new Michigan Tree Fruit Commission executive director. Learn how the organization’s new leadership helps Michigan’s tree fruit growers.
Hollabaugh Bros.’ Pennsylvania tree fruit success
Pennsylvania pome success. Read about Hollabaugh Bros.’ seven decades of growing and farm market achievements.
Family stone fruit tradition: Mountain View’s stone fruit focus
Mountain View Fruit Sales is a San Joaquin Valley stone fruit grower. Read more about the family stone fruit tradition.
Five state coalition demands USDA AEWR transparency
A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.
Non-fresh market fruit topic of Georgia study
GFVGA and UGA are exploring new uses for surplus fruit through processing innovation. Help shape the future by taking the grower survey today.
UF/IFAS to host stone fruit field day
UF/IFAS’ stone fruit field day will cover new techniques and insights for commercial growers. Get more details about the May 7 event.
UC Davis research improves weed control in orchards and specialty crops
Proper planning is key for growers controlling weeds. Learn how UC Davis orchard weed control research helps cut risks.