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BASF introduces new short-day onion varieties
BASF’s vegetable seeds business, operating in the market under the Nunhems brand, has introduced three short-day onion varieties. The varieties – Adhora, Rosefire and Isidea – address many of the needs of onion and sweet... more »
National ag groups applaud AEWR decision
A federal court in Louisiana on Aug. 27 vacated the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) Methodology rule, bringing a much-needed measure of wage stability for agricultural employers as Florida... more »
Tessenderlo Kerley opens Ohio fertilizer plant
Tessenderlo Kerley has opened its newest liquid fertilizer production facility in Defiance, Ohio. The opening represents a major milestone in the company’s commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture across North America, according to a news release. ... more »
Cultivating the Future: Cal Poly Strawberry field day showcases innovation, sustainability
A spirit of progress and purpose filled the air at the 9th Annual Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day, where more than 600 strawberry growers, researchers, and industry leaders gathered to witness the future of... more »
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension vegetable specialist Benjamin Phillips received the distinguished service award from the National Association of County Agriculture Agents (NACAA). The award was presented during NACAA’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement... more »
MBG Marketing CEO Brad Moorer dies
MBG Marketing and Naturipe Farms is mourning the loss of its CEO, Brad Moorer. Moorer, 48, died Aug. 7. Moorer led MBG Marketing and its growers for nearly 15 years. He started his career as... more »
Full Belly Farm balances the practical with the ecological
Diversification and sustainable growing practices are key elements in the recipe of success for Full Belly Farm, which grows a large mix of fruit, vegetables and nuts in California’s picturesque Capay Valley west of Sacramento.... more »
Exploring the possibility of growing scotch bonnet peppers in the Midwest
During a family vacation in Jamaica, we fell in love with the food, spices and condiments that go with the cuisine. Back in the mainland U.S., I said to my wife that Scotch Bonnet peppers... more »
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