Pest Control
Organic Grower: Cattail Organics’ Katrina Becker plows her path
Katrina Becker, owner of Cattail Organics, has long had an interest in agriculture. Cattail Organics produces organic vegetables, melons, seedlings, maple syrup and herbs from its Athens-based farm in north central Wisconsin. The company began... more »
Idaho Gold: Soil health big focus of women-owned sweet corn seed grower
Favorable growing conditions, including climate, altitude, degree days and water, help produce longer growing seasons ideal for crop production for Chris Gross Farms, a diversified southwest Idaho farm. The Wilder, Idaho, farm grows sweet corn... more »
Celebrating women in agriculture: Women in produce share experiences
Women are increasingly stepping into pivotal roles in the ag industry, challenging stereotypes and reshaping the industry. From small family farms to expansive commercial operations to leading at academic institutions, many women combine tradition with... more »
2025 pest survey report
Vegetable, berry and melon growers across the nation are prepared to tackle another season that may be filled with challenges from pests. A recent survey conducted by Vegetable Growers News shed light on the most... more »
Veg Connections: Sustainable integrated pest management for thrips control, yield in Midwest pepper production
Thrips can be a persistent problem in pepper production. Thrips are notorious for feeding damage, leading to abortion of flowers, foliage loss, scarring on fruit and tospovirus transmission to plants. In high densities, thrips can... more »
Southeast strawberries pest management plan published
The Pest Management Strategic Plan for Strawberries in the Southeast (PMSP) has been released. The PMSP is for Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida growers. Read about the plan here. The states are... more »
Brussels sprouts nab more acreage as demand grows
The Brussels sprouts that farmers grow today no longer taste bitter, thanks to breeding efforts through the years to produce sweeter varieties. The trendy vegetable has become a culinary superstar, with farmers ramping up production... more »
Southeast Regional Fruit & Vegetable Conference early registration ending soon
Early registration is ending soon for the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference. Participants are urged to register by Dec. 9 to receive discounted rates. The show, scheduled for Jan. 9-11 in Savannah, Georgia, is... more »
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Southeast Honors: Produce groups honor growers, Extension
Specialty crop industry braces for policy shifts
Michigan ag leaders spearhead H-2A education campaign
Organic Grower: Cattail Organics
Fresh Views: Overlap between practical & economic
Farm Market & Agritourism: Crafting a strong value proposition for retail farm markets
Ag Labor Review: Ag labor forum
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