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In memoriam: Michigan peach industry, farm market pioneer Paul Friday dies
Friday, age 85, dedicated his life to improving the Michigan peach industry and the peach industry will always bear his stamp.
Wilbur-Ellis to distribute T34 Biocontrol fungicide across U.S.
The partnership is intended to expand access to biological disease management tools that align with the evolving needs of U.S. agriculture.
Farm bill update: SNAP dispute derails Senate vote, SCFBA reacts
The bill failed by a narrow 10-11 vote with Senate Democrats and Republicans clashing over state funding of SNAP benefits
IFTA Summer Tour: Cornell researchers showcase emerging orchard disease, weed and IPM tools
Explore research on UV-C disease management, orchard IPM, mechanical weed control, Honeycrisp bitter pit mitigation and spotted lanternfly.
H-2A employers: Review new AEWR wage requirements
Most employers must comply beginning Aug. 3 while employers in certain states covered by a federal court order have until Aug. 17.
NCAE-led coalition files Supreme Court brief in H-2A labor case
The filing contends that Congress authorized the Department of Labor to assess penalties for H-2A violations but did not authorize the agency to establish its own binding adjudication system.
Senate committee expects to take up farm bill this week
Among the specialty crop considerations in the Senate version is the establishment of a Specialty Crops Coordinator to address the needs of producers.
Illinois Extension: Postharvest orchard care is key to next season’s yields
Illinois Extension is encouraging apple growers to continue managing orchards after harvest, because healthy trees going into winter dormancy are crucial for maximizing next year’s crop.
5 questions with Michigan’s new tree fruit IPM extension educator Martin Brubaker
Brubaker is a native of Lowell, Michigan, and he joins us to discuss pest management, grower outreach, H-2A workers and his goals for Michigan’s fruit industry.
New e-commerce platform streamlines 1-MCP purchases for U.S. apple growers
Fresh Inset Solutions has launched a digital platform providing direct access to MaTri 1-MCP solutions and treatment planning tools.
NC State expands research to combat devastating strawberry disease
Researchers say continued collaboration among growers, nurseries, extension specialists and plant breeders is critical to developing effective management strategies for Neo-P.
Cornell study looks at PGRs and better harvest timing for cider apples
Recent research shows strategic use of PGRs helps growers balance fruit maturity, limit preharvest drop and boost harvest efficiency.
2026 IFTA Summer Tour: Hudson Valley orchards showcase agritourism, innovation and resilience
Tag along for a photo tour of the International Fruit Tree Association’s 2026 Summer Tour in New York’s Hudson Valley.
Niqo Robotics, Sabanto added to Great Lakes Tek Flex lineup
Great Lakes Tek Flex is expanding its roster of companies demonstrating robotics, AI and precision agriculture technologies for specialty crop growers.
Rest in Peace: Virginia fruit industry icon Henry Montague Chiles passes away
Learn more about the lifelong advocate for fruit growing and rural enterprise. Chiles helped shape Virginia’s apple and peach industries over more than seven decades.
July AppleTracker: Fresh inventories tighten, Honeycrisp and Cosmic Crisp supplies rise
Also of note: processing inventories are currently up year-over-year while overall apple movement remains strong.
Georgia officials warn farmers about online farm equipment scams
Buyers should first verify online equipment sellers are legitimate after reports surface of sophisticated scams that impersonate legitimate dealerships and steal payments.