Category: Crop Protection
WSU Extension Onion Field Day scheduled
The 2024 WSU Extension Onion Field Day is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29, at Hartley Farms in the Horse Heaven Hills.
NC State research projects awarded funding
North Carolina State University (NCSU) has been awarded nine specialty crop research projects valued at more than $1.16 million.
Ecorobotix adds CEO
Ecorobotix Inc. has announced that Cameron Holbrook has joined its team as the its new CEO of the North America business sector.
California strawberry industry marks 10 years of Strawberry Center contributions
California’s strawberry industry recently marked contributions made by its industry research facility.
Michigan crop report notes cooler temps, with increased pest pressure
MSU’s report noted that vegetable crops are facing increased disease pressures as cooler temperatures continue to affect the state.
Searing heat, reduced plantings harming California processing tomato crop
California’s processing tomato crop is being harmed by intense heat and reduced plantings.
MSU names new Plant & Pest Diagnostics director
Jan Byrne now heads Michigan State University’s (MSU) Plant & Pest Diagnostics department.
PVGA issues urgent pest warning for Pennsylvania growers
Pennsylvania Vegetable Growers Association (PVGA) has issued an urgent pest warning for Pennsylvania growers.
BioConsortia releases latest bionematicide product results
BioConsortia Inc. has released the latest results of bionematicide field testing that could control nematodes.
Cucurbit downy mildew detected in New England
Cucurbit downy mildew (CDM) has been spotted in New England.
Grasshopper infestation threatens Northern California crops, experts urge early action
Grasshoppers are wreaking havoc on crops, with farmers reporting extensive damage to onions, garlic, hay and even pollinator plants.
Marion Ag and Columbia Seeds join forces to boost agronomic solutions
Marion Ag Service Inc. and Columbia Seeds have joined forces to create a new supply and marketing consortium to enhance agronomic solutions.
USDA revamps Farm Loan Programs to assist vegetable growers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled its updates to the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Farm Loan Programs.
New communications manager at Syngenta
Syngenta has appointed Susan Luke as its senior communications manager for Syngenta U.S. Crop Protection and Corporate Communications.
Stokes Seeds welcomes new territory manager
Stokes Seeds has appointed Brandi Abbott as the new territory manager for North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky.
Adding cover crops into integrated weed management programs
Cover crop adoption in the U.S. increased 17% from 2017 to 2022. Read how growers are motivated by the role cover crops can play in improving soil health, water infiltration and weed management.
Smart tech wipes out pests: The latest trends in spraying automation
Innovative spraying technology can help manage pests and diseases threats. Read how the new tech helps ensure healthy plants and abundant production.
Vidalia onion grower A&M Farms trials laser weeding, battles pests
Technology, including autonomous robot is a part of A&M Farms’ sweet onion production success.
ISAP’s Risk Management Conference set for August
The biennial Risk Management Conference hosted by The Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership (ISAP) will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m.