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Using °Brix as an indicator of vegetable quality
Many variables are used to assess fruit and vegetable quality. Some quality metrics such as size, shape, and color are relatively obvious and tend to ... READ MORE »
Local lettuce production pursued with hydroponic touch
Jim Day describes the hydroponic vegetable industry as “a very fast growing and exciting sector.” Day founded Suncrest USA on Jan. 1, 2012. As ... READ MORE »
Florida family farm innovates to stay competitive
Family involvement has helped McClure Farms and West Coast Tomato, one of Florida’s longest-running tomato growing and packing operations, remain co... READ MORE »
Program certifies farmers treat their workers right
After his farm became completely certified organic three decades ago, Jim Cochran had a thought: Why not certify employment practices the same way you... READ MORE »
United Fresh names 2017 Innovation Awards finalists
United Fresh has announced the 46 new products as finalists for the United Fresh Produce Association’s 2017 Innovation Awards. This year’s finalis... READ MORE »
USDA offers disaster assistance programs for recent damage
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue reminds farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses that were affected by the recent severe storms ... READ MORE »
Indiana growers face flooding challenges
Recent heavy rains across much of the state have resulted in widespread ponding and flooding in fields. This creates challenges for farmers grow... READ MORE »
Western Growers hosting LGMA metrics listening sessions
Western Growers has announced a series of listening sessions to receive input and comments about a draft of proposed changes to the LGMA met... READ MORE »
Listeria bacteria can hide inside tissue of romaine lettuce
A Purdue University study shows that the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes can live inside the tissue of romaine lettuce, suggesting that conventional p... READ MORE »
EWG publishes ‘Dirty Dozen’ list despite low consumption rates
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has released its latest "Dirty Dozen" list. "In light of new science and information about how safety fears a... READ MORE »
