Crop Management
Matoian Brothers master grape cultivation best practices amid labor and pest challenges
Brothers George and Richard Matoian have built a thriving table grape operation in Fresno, California by focusing on grape cultivation best practices that balance fruit quality, environmental care and efficiency. At Matoian Brothers, the pair... more »
Grape cultivation best practices: Markus Keller on winter pruning
Winter pruning in grapes is one of the most important grape cultivation best practices for achieving uniform canopies and evenly distributed buds. It also keeps vine size consistent and manageable, allowing growers to use equipment... more »
Cover crops for berry growers
As berry growers increasingly seek sustainable practices to enhance soil health, the use of cover crops is emerging as a powerful tool that offers both benefits and challenges in cultivating vibrant yields. We know roots... more »
Expert insights on pear orchard practices for healthy winter pruning
Proper winter pruning is essential to maintaining healthy pome fruit orchards. By applying the right pruning techniques, growers can balance tree vigor, reduce disease pressure, and encourage consistent yields. Fruit Growers News spoke with Stefano... more »
Washington orchard frost protection strengthened by AgWeatherNet
Because Central Washington lies between the Cascades and the Rockies, cold air often settles in the state's central basic. Sloping tree fruit orchards also trap cold air, forcing growers to prioritize Washington orchard frost protection.... more »
2025 pest survey report
Vegetable, berry and melon growers across the nation are prepared to tackle another season that may be filled with challenges from pests. A recent survey conducted by Fruit Growers News shed light on the most... more »
Investing in plant health: Plant hardiness good for grower bottom lines
Plant health in its simplest terms, integrated pest management (IPM), is a decision-making process that combines tools and strategies to identify and manage pests. Integrated plant health management (IPHM) takes things a step further, emphasizing... more »
Stevenson’s Strawberries
Stevenson’s Strawberries began with one acre and almost five decades later is one of the most popular strawberry and pumpkin farms in Wayne, Maine, now growing 130 acres. It was back in the late 1970s... more »
Breaking berry boundaries: NC State improves raspberries
North Carolina tops the U.S. in growing sweet potatoes as well as producing poultry and eggs, and is second nationally in turkeys, trout and Christmas trees, third for cucumbers and hogs, and is in the... more »
2025 Apple Tree Decline Summit scheduled
The registration deadline is approaching for the 2025 Apple Tree Decline Summit. The event is scheduled for Jan. 27 in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The all-day event, in-person and virtual, is the day before the official start... more »
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