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Trunk renewal essentials pruning approaches preserve cold-damaged vineyards

Dealing with extreme low temperatures can keep winegrape growers on edge, but some preliminary research in Michigan pinpoints potential methods of preserving a crop in the current freeze event year and sustaining it into future... more »

National Garden Bureau publishes annual report

The National Garden Bureau (NGB), an organization that conducts plant trials, has released the first Annual Report for the newly combined organizations. The report from the Downers Grove, Illinois, based organization highlights the varied programs... more »

Human urine could fertilize crops, according to study

A new study is showing how bacterial communities in soil are as resilient to human urine as synthetic fertilizers. This makes recycling the bodily fluid as a fertilizer for agricultural crops a viable proposition, according... more »

WSU reveals licensing details for new apple variety, WA 64

Washington State University (WSU) has granted exclusive rights to International New-Varieties Network to license the new apple variety, WA 64, in the U.S. and abroad. However, only Washington state growers can obtain a license to... more »

agInnovation leaders reveal 10-year agricultural research plan

AgInnovation, a network of agricultural experiment stations at land-grant universities, unveiled a 10-year Research Roadmap in Washington, D.C., outlining strategic priorities for agricultural innovation. The Roadmap was developed by state agricultural experiment station directors from... more »

2024 Great Lakes EXPO provides expert insights on apple, blueberry and cranberry crop management

At the 2024 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO, Peter Oudemans and Rebecca Schmidt-Jeffris will highlight information on apple, blueberry and cranberry crop management. Photo courtesy of the Philip... more »

New name for Pop Vriend Seeds-KWS

Pop Vriend Seeds plans to officially change its name to KWS Vegetables Netherlands B.V. The change is scheduled to occur Oct. 1. The Andijk,... more »

Report: USDA research suggests diverse crop rotations offer stability

A study is suggesting diverse crop rotations offer stability. The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has released findings that suggest diverse crop rotations can mitigate risks associated with poor growing conditions, offering a potential lifeline... more »

North Carolina State receives research project funding

North Carolina State University (NCSU) has received funding for nine specialty crop research projects. The projects, valued at more than $1.16 million, are focused on helping specialty crop growers manage disease and adverse weather conditions,... more »

New research projects funded to boost rootstock resilience for California grape growers

The California Grape Rootstock Improvement Commission (CGRIC) has approved funding for five new research projects aimed at supporting the state’s viticulture and grape nursery industries. The projects focus on various challenges facing grape growers, including... more »