Soil Nutrition
Tart cherry research targets innovation
A multidisciplinary team of researchers at Utah State University (USU) and Michigan State University (MSU) are investigating more efficient ways to manage the state’s tart cherry crop, which yields sales between $7 million-$21 million annually.... more »
Valent Biosciences’ acquisition of FBSciences adds to biostimulant portfolio
Valent BioSciences LLC has acquired FBSciences Holdings Inc., a leader in the discovery and commercialization of naturally derived plant, soil, and climate health solutions. Valent Biosciences discovers, develops, and commercializes environmentally compatible technologies and products... more »
CropX acquires irrigation company Tule Technologies
CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital solutions for agronomic farm management, has acquired Tule Technologies, a precision irrigation company based in California. This acquisition brings new data capture technologies to the CropX Agronomic Farm Management System and... more »
Leadership changes at BHN
Bio Huma Netics Inc. (BHN) has promoted management individuals as part of the company's structural changes. The changes are designed to better align with the company's continued growth and strategic goals, according to a news... more »
IFTA conference early registration deadline approaching
The deadline is nearing for early discounts at the International Fruit Tree Association’s Annual Conference and Tour. The event, scheduled for Feb. 12-15 at the Amway Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids, Michigan, includes two full... more »
Soil solutions: tips for strawberry growers take center stage
After conducting more than 20 years of perennial strawberry soil health research, Marvin Pritts has identified strategies for growers who produce the finicky plants. Pritts, director of undergraduate studies for the SIPS Horticulture Section at... more »
Flooded fields benefit growers, wildlife
A U.S. Department of Agriculture study is examining how flooded fields affect wildlife and agriculture production. Mississippi Delta farmers may reap the benefits for flooding their fields during the fall and winter. USDA’s Agricultural Research... more »
Pollinator habitat grants awarded to Midwest schools
Endangered insect pollinators and monarch butterflies in five Midwestern states will receive aid from high school students. Sand County Foundation is awarding pollinator habitat grants to agriculture and science programs at 21 high schools in... more »
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