Category: Crop Management
Crop bed changes boost Florida farm’s water efficiencies
A Florida farmer and researcher collaborated to save water with compact-bed geometry. See how their efforts boosted sustainability and yields.
MSU surveying Michigan apple growers on orchard “shock events”
MSU is surveying state apple growers to better understand how shock events impact the state’s apple production. Learn more about the survey.
Efficient chemical apple blossoms thinning research at Penn State
Apple production contributes billions to the U.S. economy; however, the apple industry faces challenges related to a labor shortage and application of excess fertilizer and chemicals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Cucumber powerhouse tests organics
Organic cucumber trials are part of Hartung Brothers growing pickling cucumbers.
For sustainability, Gallo implements laser bird deterrent technology
E & J Gallo Winery, which markets itself as a leader in sustainable practices in viticulture, has taken another step toward innovation with the adoption of a bird deterrent system.
2025 Apple Tree Decline Summit scheduled
The registration deadline is approaching for the 2025 Apple Tree Decline Summit.
Southeast pest management plan published for strawberries
Southeastern strawberry growers can learn the latest in pest management through the release of the Pest Management Strategic Plan for Strawberries in the Southeast (PMSP).
James Beard winner teaming up with CEA company to highlight produce
James Beard Award-winning chef JJ Johnson will collaborate with controlled environment agriculture producer Edible Garden as culinary advisor to further develop the company’s product line.
USDA SWD biopesticide development grant given to MSU
A Michigan State University researcher has received a $325,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to develop a yeast-based biopesticide that targets spotted wing drosophila (SWD), an invasive pest of berries, winegrapes and tree fruits.
FishPoop.com fertilizer achieves OMRI status
Fish poop organic fertilizer and soil conditioner has gained OMRI (Organic Materials Review Institute) certification and is now a registered organic material.
Crop protection products accelerated by Vive Crop Protection
Vive Crop Protection is speeding the introduction of its crop protection products.
Deadline approaching for Southeast Regional conference early registration
Early registration is ending soon for the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference.
AgTech partnership to help water sustainability
An agricultural tech provider is partnering with another tech company to advance precision irrigation for growers globally.
Renaissance BioScience biopesticide wins innovation recognition
Bioengineering company Renaissance BioScience has won Crop Protection Solution of the Year in the fifth annual Global Awards program conducted by AgTech Breakthrough, a market intelligence organization that recognizes innovation in global agriculture and food technology.
Georgia officials detect invasive spotted lanternfly
Spotted lanternflies (SLF), an invasive and destructive pest that affects many tree nuts, fruit and vegetables, have been discovered in Georgia.
Organic Grower Summit: Improving soil health with organic farming practices
In 1985, a decade or so after he started farming, Scott Park realized something had to change.