Category: berries
Blackberry genetics breakthrough identifies primocane-fruiting region
Scientists identified the genetic region associated with primocane-fruiting in blackberries, helping breeders accelerate development of improved cultivars with stronger yield and fruit quality.
Q&A: New USHBC board chair Ellie Norris talks Mexican berries, job priorities
We recently caught up with new USHBC chair Ellie Norris for a quick chat about her view of the role and priorities. Learn more about this fruit industry emerging leader.
Robotic gripper senses ripeness and harvests fruit without bruising
Read more about how the Cornell-designed soft robotic gripper uses touch sensing to identify ripeness at harvest.
UF/IFAS breeding research aims to cut $130M loss from strawberry runners
Researchers are looking at selective breeding as a fix for a major production issue in strawberry crops. Learn about the research project.
EPA expands fruit, orchard label for Entrapment insecticide
Entrapment is now approved across all EPA crop groups and includes a broader list of insect pests. Learn more about the product.
USDA: 2026 fruit, tree nut outlook signals cautious optimism for growers
A new USDA outlook points to steady consumer demand but rising costs and increasing import competition. Here’s how it impacts your farm.
USDA eyes new sweet cherry size, Mexican strawberry industry calls for calm amid ongoing ITC probe
A proposed rule would raise sweet cherry size standards while a separate ITC probe targets Mexican strawberry imports — here’s what you need to know.
Middle East trade tensions freeze California farm exports
Find out how rising tensions in the Middle East are delaying fresh produce shipments and disrupting markets.
Plant disease primer: diagnosing crown, root issues in strawberries
Maintaining healthy crowns and root zones in strawberry crops is crucial. Learn how to diagnose and overcome common issues.
Women in agriculture: Cultivating change
Learn more about three women leading farms and driving innovation