Midwest
Strawberry options: Plasticulture, matted-row production
When I started my job as an Extension specialist at Purdue eight years ago, strawberries were mainly grown as a perennial crop in a matted-row production system in orchards and u-pick farms. Despite strawberries being... more »
Midwest grain growers add aronia berries
Some Midwest grain growers are diversifying their crops by adding a different type of berry. Aronia berries, also known as chokeberries, grow on a deciduous woody shrub native to the eastern U.S. [caption id="attachment_36949" align="alignright"... more »
SweeTangos hit retail shelves after Labor Day
SweeTango apple growers and packers are universally singing the praises of this year’s crop, and urging retailers to place orders now to take advantage of the brand’s marketing plans. Fruit will start shipping right after... more »
MSU blueberry expert honored for dedication
Lauded for his eagerness to help growers and the knowledge that helped elevate the Michigan blueberry crop, Michigan State University (MSU) Extension small fruit educator Mark Longstroth was honored for his contributions over almost three... more »
Valent BioSciences plans Iowa facility expansion
Valent BioSciences LLC plans to expand its biorational manufacturing facility in Osage, Iowa, meet increasing demand for its biorational products and the introduction of new products requiring more capacity. Construction will begin this summer and... more »
Planning for the 2020 grape growing season with weather and region in mind
{Sponsored} Last grape season started cold and wet in California. Many growers were rightfully concerned about how the early season weather would impact the 2019 growing season. Kate Walker, BASF Technical Service Representative for coastal California... more »
Retail debut of EverCrisp earning ‘early fans’
EverCrisp is enjoying a successful commercial debut according to a news release from its developer, the Midwest Apple Improvement Association (MAIA). EverCrisp, known to growers as MAIA-1, debuted in limited supply in late 2016 at growers’ farm... more »
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