Vegetables
BREAKING: Mexico and U.S. reach deal to end tomato tariff dispute
According to Reuters, Mexican tomato producers have reached a deal with the U.S. government to avoid an anti-dumping investigation, Mexican Economy Minister Graciela Marquez said Aug. 21. Under the deal, the vast majority of Mexican... more »
Mucci Farms acquires Orangeline Farms, plans expansion
Mucci Farms has acquired controlling interest of Leamington, Ontario based Orangeline Farms, including its existing greenhouse and warehouse facilities, and additional land with plans for expansion. Subsequently, the company also announced additional expansion plans in Canada and the United... more »
Walton County watermelon is the largest in Georgia 4-H contest
The melon is around five times the weight of your average watermelon and probably heavier than the boy who grew it. Smothers, who is entering his eighth-grade year at George Walton Academy, was one of... more »
Managing corn earworm in an unusual year
I’m getting reports from growers of all sizes and management strategies about wormy corn. The culprit is likely corn earworm, which is typically more of a pest in August, but is causing issues early this... more »
Pursue benefits of cover crops in watermelons
Researchers with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture are conducting a series of experimental trials that may help the state’s watermelon growers improve their yields while improving the soil and reducing pest pressure.... more »
It’s been a long journey for wild tomatoes
One of the best tastes of summer is a fresh, right-off-the-vine juicy tomato. Like a kid before the holidays, we wait with anticipation for that first bite of a “tomato that tastes like a tomato.”... more »
Syngenta: Yoom purple tomato attracts new customers
According to a news release, the new purple-skinned Yoom cocktail tomato is proving to be a sensational proposition and has claimed a firm place on the shelves of retailers and in the homes of consumers. Developed... more »
Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act explained in Aug. 21 webinar
Laws such as the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, or PACA, are in place to protect fresh vegetable producers from unfair business practices. PACA was enacted in 1930 and sets rules for the marketing and selling... more »
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