Category: Vegetables
IFPA leads legal challenge against new H-2A rule, citing regulatory overreach
The International Fresh Produce Association has joined a labor lawsuit. Read about the lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor.
Dole works to attract younger generations to organic produce
Anticipating a wave of organic demand from Gen Y, Gen Z and Baby Boomers, Dole Food Co., one of the first global fruit and vegetable providers to predict the first organic food craze in 2000, is working to attract younger generations to the segment.
Bailey Farms introduces tomatillo salsa kit
Bailey Farms, a leading grower and shipper of specialty peppers, has debuted their latest product, a tomatillo Verde salsa kit.
BioConsortia receives EPA registration for new biofungicide
BioConsortia announced its new biofungicide, Amara, has received registration from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Duda Farm Fresh Foods unveils bilingual packaging for Canadian market
Duda Farm Fresh Foods has introduced bilingual packaging for its popular Dandy Celery Dippers, now available in English and French.
New study explores sweet corn’s battle between beneficial, harmful fungi
A recent study by scientists at the USDA-ARS revealed the complex interaction between sweet corn’s defense mechanisms against harmful fungi.
Renaissance BioScience biopesticide wins award
A bioengineering company has won recognition for its crop protection scientific efforts.
Sakata expands agricultural operations, opens Woodland Innovation Center
Sakata America Holding Company, Inc. celebrates the opening of its new headquarters, the Sakata Woodland Innovation Center.
USDA plans data users confab
USDA has scheduled its biannual data users meeting.
Bayer’s Culinary Council aims to shape future of vegetable breeding
Bayer Vegetable Seeds has created a Culinary Council to influence the future breeding of vegetables that meet both consumer and grower needs.
NOA annual convention scheduled for December in Savannah
Members of the National Onion Association plan to converge in Savannah, Georgia, for the industry’s yearly convention.
UF estimates Hurricane Debby ag damages
The University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has released damage estimates from Hurricane Debby.
Have you had to overcome pest challenges this year, too?
In 2024, what insect pests are impacting your fruit and vegetable crops the most? Vegetable Growers News would like to know.
Duda Farm Fresh Foods promotes, hires sales and strategy leaders
Duda Farm Fresh Foods, a grower of fresh vegetables, has unveiled key changes in its leadership.
New AI-powered offering provides new lettuce thinning option for growers
Niqo Robotics has introduced its new RoboThinner technology to the North American market, aiming to improve lettuce farming through AI-driven precision.
Global Produce and Floral Show attendees have the opportunity to obtain free cyber insights
ZAG Technical Services will be offering free Cyber Insights Reports at the Global Produce and Floral Show.
Editor’s Letter: Food safety, harvest and a new focus are all in the forefront
Welcome to Vegetable Growers News’ (VGN) food safety issue, which highlights postharvest steps growers are taking to ensure the crop safety.
Advancing onion thrips management: innovations and latest research insights
MSU researchers share insecticide and non-chemical strategies for onion thrips management. Discover how to protect onion crops effectively.
EFI celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
EFI is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting the contributions of Hispanic and Latino farmworkers in agriculture.