Vegetables
USDA gathering data on organic production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting the 2016 Certified Organic Survey to gather new data on certified organic crops and livestock commodities in the United States. NASS is... more »
Time to scout spider mites in strawberries
Warm early spring weather, coupled with a mild winter, has set the stage for early pest activity in some crops. For strawberry growers, now is the time to start scouting for twospotted spider mites. Spider... more »
American Seed Trade Association launches new website
The American Seed Trade Association has launched a new public source of information on plant breeding innovation, www.seedinginnovation.org. The new website explores plant breeding innovation and gene editing. The micro-site is a multimedia platform that... more »
Wiskerke Onions unveils pre-peeled onions
Netherlands-based Wiskerke Onions introduced the "Naked Onion" at Fruit Logistica. The “Naked Onion” is peeled right after it is harvested. Thanks to its special packaging, the Naked Onion stays fresh for weeks and only has... more »
Wish Farms donates strawberries to Feeding Tampa Bay
Wish Farms has donated more than four thousand pounds of strawberries to Feeding Tampa Bay just in time for Valentine’s Day. "We are always happy when we can arrange a donation to Feeding Tampa Bay," said... more »
Researcher spends 25 years developing chile variety
Since 1992, Michael Bartolo has patiently bred chile peppers to find varieties that are popular with buyers and profitable for growers. In 2005, Arkansas Valley growers first planted Mosco, a Pueblo-chile type. Today, Mosco... more »
Brenda Lammens, former OFVGA chair, dies
Former Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers' Association (OFVGA) Chair Brenda Lammens, 61, died Feb. 11. "Brenda was a strong, influential leader who contributed much to the edible horticulture sector and the agricultural industry as a... more »
Peri & Sons Farms achieves SCS certification
A growing onion farming operation based in Nevada continued to move up the charts as an industry leader in 2016. Peri & Sons Farms has been growing, packing and shipping onions for more than 35... more »
Current Issue
Tech allows growers to ‘eavesdrop’ on insects
Southwest Florida’s Worden Farm manages challenges
Pennsylvania Vegetable Growers Association says farewell to leader
Southeast Regional Show recognizes leaders
Veg Connections: Biopesticides and beneficial insects
Business: Why do most succession plans fail?
60 years of advocating for agricultural employers
Keeping CSA members engaged and loyal
see all current issue »
