Southeast
Clemson announces Coastal Research and Education Center Field Day
Low-country South Carolina growers can learn the newest ideas and recommendations for successfully growing vegetables during the 2021 Field Day at Clemson Coastal Research and Education (REC) slated for June 17. The field day will... more »
Southern bacterial wilt causing problem in Louisiana vegetables
Weeks of wet weather in Louisiana has led to damage from one of the most serious diseases of crops such as tomatoes, eggplant and bell peppers. LSU AgCenter plant doctor Raj Singh said the disease is called... more »
University of Florida helps watermelon industry nip disease in the bud
And as consumers around the nation enjoy slice after slice of cool watermelon this summer, they can thank a dedicated network of Florida growers and University of Florida scientists for this refreshing warm weather treat.... more »
Eastern Cantaloupe Growers Association launches Flavor of Sunshine campaign
The Eastern Cantaloupe Growers Association has announced the launch of its 2021 Flavor of Sunshine campaign. This campaign is intended to support the 2021 Eastern Cantaloupe season by driving business for retailers with consumer-facing marketing components such... more »
Lipman Family Farms strengthens local partnerships
With demand for locally sourced produce on the rise, Immokalee, Florida-based Lipman Family Farms is advancing its commitment to family-operated farms through the Lipman Local program. Partnering with small- to medium-sized growers nationwide, the program... more »
Lawsuit filed against herbicide manufacturers by Louisiana ag workers
Two former Louisiana agricultural workers suffering from Parkinson's disease have filed lawsuits against the manufacturers of the herbicide paraquat. The plaintiffs, including a former Louisiana State Ag Center Extension agent, worked in the state's ag... more »
New field guide aids Florida’s watermelon growers
Birdwatchers and nature lovers keep field guides handy – why not watermelon growers? A new publication developed by faculty at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences gives watermelon growers in Florida... more »
Watermelon crop update in Florida includes gummy stem blight warning
University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension agents have issued an alert for watermelon farmers in the Suwannee Valley region about a potentially dangerous disease that could impact their crop. Reports... more »
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