Category: Technology
2026 GPS datum shift: specialty crop grower checklist
Precision matters. Learn how an upcoming GPS change could affect your crop rows, beds and long-term data, and how to prepare now.
Where it’s made: Oxbo opens harvester factory in Western New York
Oxbo is opening a new manufacturing facility in Bergen focused on designing and building equipment for specialty crop farmers.
AI takes root: What’s the deal with decision support tools for specialty crop farmers?
A look at Gen AI platforms reveals promise and limitations. Explore where AI can support you — and where expert insight still matters most.
AI harvesting tool launched for CEA pepper growers
Source.ag says its model cuts forecast errors by 50%, giving growers, labor managers and sales teams a reliable weekly picture of what’s coming on.
Salinas test farm aims to accelerate AgTech adoption in specialty crops
Learn about a new tech incubator farm opening in the epicenter of California’s specialty crop industry.
Agritourism to value-added: 5 takeaways from the 2026 Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference
Attendees explored organic systems, value-added products, agritourism models and emerging technologies. Read on for takeaways from the show.
Southeast Michigan vegetable and field crop winter meeting set for Feb. 4 in Dundee
The winter meeting offers a chance to gain research-based insights, earn credits and connect with MSU experts. Learn more and get registered.
Accessing ag automation
FIRA USA gave specialty crop growers a glimpse at the latest robotics and automated equipment. Have a look at the future of farming.
2026 vegetable industry outlook: How labor, technology and trade will shape the year ahead
The year ahead will challenge growers across multiple fronts. Learn how growers are investing in tech, pushing labor reform and adding value.
Spray drones: best practices for specialty crop use
University and Extension researchers are unlocking the potential of spray drone technology in vegetable production. Learn more now.
Rolling out a new way to water: Sumisansui irrigation system
Michigan State University trialed a new drip irrigation system. Learn how the system performed and which crops its best suited for.
Labor, smart farming tech, and agrivoltaics: 6 takeaways from Great Lakes EXPO 2025
We spent a week in Grand Rapids at the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO. Find out what we learned during our time at the show.
Hollabaugh’s Pennsylvania vegetable, farm market success
Pennsylvania tree fruit and vegetable success. Read more about Hollabaugh Bros.’ seven decades of growing and farm market achievements.
AgroFresh announces AI imaging and orchard analytics tie-ups with Aerobotics, Neolithics
AgroFresh is adding two innovative partners to its FreshCloud digital ecosystem. Learn who the partners are and what they bring to the table.
Unlock spray drone best practices: Attend Great Lakes Expo’s Drones in Specialty Crops Symposium
Great Lakes Expo just added an all-day spray drone education session. Explore the meeting agenda and get registered.
Hydroponic farming: Great Lakes Growers’ sustainable lettuce growing
Great Lakes Growers grows leafy greens and herbs. Read how the Ohio greenhouse grower works to grow sustainable hydroponics.