Crop Protection
Beating the heat: kelp-based fertilizer helps stem yield losses
The record-breaking heat this summer has focused attention on measures to stay cool and safe, especially for those who work outside in agriculture and other industries. Heat can also adversely affect the crops those workers... more »
Entomological group recognizes UF professor for pest management
A University of Florida (UF) entomologist is being recognized for his work on mating disruption and insect management. Lukasz Stelinski, a UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS)... more »
Late blight found in Ontario potatoes
Late blight in potatoes has been discovered in Ontario. An ongoing USDA project indicates the presence of late blight in potatoes in Simcoe County, Ontario. Genotype testing of the affected area is in progress by... more »
Ag Labor Review: Growers’ concerns help shape NCAE mission
I was visiting with a grower the other day who told me, with some apparent relief, that he had not yet had to use the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker Program because he had been fortunate... more »
UF disease, water info help Florida watermelon growers’ bumper crop
Excellent crop care including disease management and extended water and nutrient programs from University of Florida Extension personnel are important in helping Florida growers supply the watermelons that many Americans enjoy during the heat of... more »
Syngenta brings biologicals businesses under Syngenta Biologicals
To advance crop protection solutions for plant and soil health and to foster sustainability, Syngenta is moving its biologicals businesses under the Syngenta Biologicals umbrella. Syngenta Biologicals brings together Valagro, a pioneer in biostimulants and... more »
Organic Grower Summit booth registration opens
Booth registration is open for the sixth annual Organic Grower Summit. The summit is Nov. 29-30 in Monterey, California, and is presented by Western Growers and the Organic Produce Network. Booth registration is online. Organic... more »
Resource on Strengthening Organic Enforcement available
Consumer confidence in the USDA organic seal has fueled industry growth and market expansion, according to the agency’s National Organic Program (NOP), which is tasked with ensuring rules protect the organic market as it grows.... more »
