Category: Crop Management
New methyl bromide alternative fumigation treatment approved
The EPA has approved a methyl bromide alternative fumigation treatment. Read how the crop protectant benefits fruit and vegetable growers.
Veg Connections: Cellulose mulch shows promise for sustainable agriculture
Cellulose mulch shows promise for sustainable agriculture. Read about the research conducted by Purdue University scientists.
BASF introduces new short-day onion varieties
BASF has introduced short-day onion varieties. Learn how the onions could benefit growers.
Tessenderlo Kerley opens Ohio fertilizer plant
Tessenderlo Kerley has opened a new fertilizer plant. Learn more about the Ohio operation.
Cultivating the Future: Cal Poly Strawberry field day showcases innovation, sustainability
The Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day attracted growers. Learn about the strawberry research the event highlighted.
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips honored
MSU Extension’s Ben Phillips has been honored. Read more about the vegetable agent receiving the distinguished service award.
FIRA USA ag robotics show to feature more tech
More tech will be featured at the FIRA USA ag robotics show. Learn what this year’s show is expected to bring to agtech.
Farm Bureau shares MAHA recommendations
The Farm Bureau has shared its MAHA recommendations. Discover more about the four focus areas, including enhancements to support farmers.
Full Belly Farm balances the practical with the ecological
Full Belly Farms mixes the practical with the environment. Read how the northern California organic farm successfully grows vegetables.
Exploring the possibility of growing scotch bonnet peppers in the Midwest
Scotch bonnet peppers can be grown in the Midwest. Learn how climate, harvesting practices and postharvest handling can affect successful production.
EFI launches Pollinator Week toolkit
EFI has launched a Pollinator Week toolkit. Learn how the toolkit helps growers with pollination
Veg Connections: Heat-tolerant broccolini can integrate with clover living mulch
South Dakota researchers are studying how heat-tolerant broccolini can integrate with clover living mulch. Learn more about the project.
Bedner Growers: Popular South Florida agritourism, farm market destination
Agritourism and farm markets help Bedner Growers survive and expand. Read how the South Florida grower started growing in the 1950s.
Farm market challenges: Labor, input costs drive farm market pricing
Inflation, inputs and labor press farm markets. Learn about the challenges facing farm market operators in this year’s Farm Market Survey.
Good Humus Produce’s community mindset
Good Humus Produce grows organic produce in Northern California. Read more about Good Humus’ community mindset.
innov8.ag buys ag labor tracking firm
AgTech company innov8.ag has acquired 2nd Sight Bioscience. Learn how the move will help specialty crop growers improve labor efficiencies.
National Onion Association applauds Mexico water agreement
The NOA is celebrating the new U.S.-Mexico water agreement. Learn how it supports fair trade and U.S. onion growers after years of imbalance.
Urban ag farm to be built at Pittsburgh training center
Pittsburgh’s Bidwell Training Center has received a grant to build an urban farm and market. Read how the facilities will help the community.
Nutrien Ag Solutions opens new facility at Champaign Innovation Farm
Nutrien Ag Solutions has opened a new facility at its Innovation Farm. Discover how this hub will advance research and tech for growers.
UF sweet corn researcher awarded prestigious academic honor
UF professor Marcio Resende sweet corn researcher has received a distinguished academic appointment. Read more about his honor.