Category: Technology

INDUSTRY NEWS | Feb 24, 2025

University of Florida researchers leverage AI to reduce herbicide use

University of Florida researchers are using AI to reduce herbicide sprayed on crops. Learn more about their findings and “AI smart sprayer.”

Fruit Growers News | February 2025

Washington orchard frost protection strengthened by AgWeatherNet

Frost protection is critical for orchards. Learn how Washington State’s AgWeatherNet helps growers improve frost protection with inversion forecasts and other precision tools.

Fruit Growers News | February 2025

Wish Farms builds a legacy through organic fruit production and innovation

Berries are Wish Farms’ calling card. Read more about how four generations of family members help the grower grow and ship berries globally.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jan 28, 2025

Tech supplier brings automation to almond farms

Farm automation system Farmblox is expanding its reach to help almond and nut growers address critical challenges in the industry.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jan 14, 2025

WineVit 2025 early registration ending

Early discount registration for WineVit 2025 Convention and Trade Show is scheduled to close on Jan. 19.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Dec 06, 2024

Early registration ending for Southeast Regional conference

The early registration deadline for the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference is approaching.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Dec 03, 2024

Irrigation efficiencies to benefit from AgTech partnership

An agricultural tech provider is partnering with another tech company to advance precision irrigation for growers globally.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Dec 02, 2024

Grant to help Penn State chemical apple blossoms thinning research

Apple production contributes billions to the U.S. economy; however, the apple industry faces challenges related to a labor shortage and application of excess fertilizer and chemicals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 29, 2024

IFPA’s “Force for Fresh” Atlanta global produce show

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) recently concluded its annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia, after what’s being described as a transformative three days for fresh produce and floral.

Fruit Growers News | November 2024

IFTA members gain grove insights, view Central Valley tech and orchard practices

IFTA members recently toured California orchards. Read about orchard insights they gained from the Central Valley tour.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 13, 2024

IFPA receives $5 million USDA award for fresh produce sustainable packaging lab

The USDA has awarded $5 million to the International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) Foundation for Fresh Produce and Clemson University to establish a Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 05, 2024

AI, sustainable innovations to be focus at Organic Grower Summit 

This year’s edition of the Organic Grower Summit (OGS) is set to feature cutting-edge exhibitors showcasing the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics and sustainable agriculture.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 29, 2024

Irrigation supplier Reinke introduces precision center pivot irrigation system

Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation systems and technology, has introduced E3, the first precision series of center pivot systems.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 28, 2024

Biobest introduces beneficials dispenser

Biobest has introduced Entomatic, a trademarked beneficials dispenser.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 24, 2024

TOMRA Food unveils new AI tech

TOMRA Food unveiled its latest advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology and introduced a new regional structure.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 23, 2024

Irrigation supplier Rivulis works to combat climate change

Rivulis, a micro and drip irrigation supplier, discusses agriculture irrigation’s role in combatting climate change

Fruit Growers News | October 2024

Juice processing, berry fertilization and new crop nutrition techniques highlighted at Great Lakes EXPO

Zilfina Rubio Ames and Olga Padilla-Zakour will present insights on blueberry fertilization and Concord grape juice cold-press techniques.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 09, 2024

Acres joins FCCS Passkey Program, offering its advanced land intelligence platform

Acres has joined the Farm Credit Council Services’ Passkey Program, offering its advanced land intelligence platform to Farm Credit clients.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 27, 2024

Oxbo joins grape group in equipment manufacturing partnership

Specialty crop harvesting and controlled application equipment manufacturer Oxbo has struck a partnership with National Grape Research Alliance (NGRA).

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 23, 2024

World Ag Expo opens applications for 2025 seminars, ag innovation contest

The 2025 World Ag Expo is accepting applications for its annual Top-10 New Products competition and Seminar Series.

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