Category: Crop Management
Higher demand seen for organic California walnuts
While certified organic crops typically earn higher prices than their conventional counterparts, for struggling California walnut growers, the organic premiums have not necessarily translated to higher profits.
Farmblox brings automation to almond farm
Farmblox, a farm automation system, is expanding its reach to help almond and nut growers address critical challenges in the industry.
Edible Garden partnering with James Beard winning chef to highlight produce
Edible Garden, a greenhouse and hydroponic producer, is partnering with a chef to promote fresh produce.
New strategic plan released by Michigan State Extension
After a year of listening and learning, Michigan State University Extension, the community outreach arm of the university, has released its newly completed 2024 Strategic Direction Plan.
Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days scheduled
The 2025 Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days will be Feb. 5-6 at Lake Michigan College’s Mendel Center in Benton Township, Michigan.
Southeast Regional Fruit & Vegetable Conference early registration ending soon
Early registration is ending soon for the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference.
Vertiberry chooses Sollum’s CEA technology
Vertiberry, an indoor strawberry farming operation, has chosen Sollum’s LED lighting solution for its new facility in Québec.
AgTech partnership to help with irrigation
Almanac, an agricultural tech provider, is partnering with another tech company to advance precision irrigation for growers globally.
Integrated plant health management strengthens crop resilience
Integrated plant health management strengthens crop resilience. Read how combining IPM with nutrition and biologicals improves crops.
Melon Production Management Research Boosts Watermelon Yields and Disease Resistance
Learn how UGA advances melon production management with seedless watermelon trials, spacing studies, and disease resistance strategies.
Editor’s letter: Cucumber production methods gain spotlight from farms on TikTok
Cucumber production methods take center stage with Hartung Brothers’ 50th, Great Lakes EXPO insights, and viral TikTok cucumber trends.
Hartung Brothers marks 50 years of growth with innovative cucumber production methods
Hartung Brothers marks 50 years with innovative cucumber production methods and family leadership. Learn more about their success.
Warming winters increase potato production challenges and solutions
Michigan growers face potato production challenges. Read about potential solutions as warming winters fuel volunteer potatoes pest issues.
Improving soil health focus of Organic Grower Summit session
Regenerative agriculture practices align with organic standards, emphasizing climate-friendly practices and soil health.
Clemson simplifying South Carolina grower organic transition
Clemson is working to help South Carolina growers more efficiently and easily transition to organic growing.
Precision agriculture technology transforms farming
Discover how precision agriculture technology with apps, AI, and IoT helps growers improve efficiency, pest control, and sustainability.
Bluebird Organic Fruit Co. thrives with organic peach farming
Bluebird Organic Fruit Co. thrives with organic peach farming, focusing on sustainability, soil stewardship and premium fresh peaches.
Most prevalent disease pressures in 2024
Vegetable Growers News wants to know what disease pressures you faced and how you handled the challenge in 2024.
Invasive Spotted lanternfly detected in Georgia
Destructive spotted lanternflies (SLF) have been discovered in Georgia.
Florida strawberry growers aided by new varieties
New strawberry varieties are assisting Florida growers.