Strawberries
Bedner Growers: Popular South Florida agritourism, farm market destination
Agritourism and farm markets have helped Bedner Growers survive and expand as a South Florida vegetable growing operation in its fifth generation. Based in Boynton Beach, Florida, the Bedners grow a variety of vegetables, including... more »
Wish Farms making a difference with berries
Wish Farms, based in Plant City, Florida, is an international berry grower, shipper and marketer, with its fourth generation actively engaged in its everyday operations. The multi-generational family business traces its roots to 1922. Founded... more »
University of Florida strawberry varieties resist chilli thrips
New University of Florida (UF) research has found two strawberry varieties that show less harm from chilli thrips. The finding comes through research funded in part by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture... more »
Cover crops for berry growers
As berry growers increasingly seek sustainable practices to enhance soil health, the use of cover crops is emerging as a powerful tool that offers both benefits and challenges in cultivating vibrant yields. We know roots... more »
California Berry Cultivars expands variety portfolio
California Berry Cultivars LLC has commercially released two new strawberry varieties. Castaic and Alhambra are “breakthrough additions” to CBC's established varieties Adelanto, Belvedere and Alturas, creating the industry's “most comprehensive portfolio addressing critical production challenges,”... more »
Stevenson’s Strawberries
Stevenson’s Strawberries began with one acre and almost five decades later is one of the most popular strawberry and pumpkin farms in Wayne, Maine, now growing 130 acres. It was back in the late 1970s... more »
Women in Farming: Leaders Driving Change in the Vegetable Industry
Women are stepping into pivotal roles across agriculture, challenging stereotypes and reshaping the industry. From small family farms to commercial operations and academia, these leaders blend tradition with innovation to drive sustainability and community impact.... more »
Chicago farm market’s success
Goebbert’s Farm, a northwest Chicago suburb farm market operation, has been selling fruits and vegetables since 1948. Goebbert’s Farm, based in South Barrington, Illinois, sells a large variety of fruit and vegetables, including cabbage, cucumbers,... more »
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