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Alabama farmers linked to local groceries with Sweet Grown initiative
Sweet Grown Alabama has launched an effort to help the state’s farmers sell more produce in local grocery stores. The nonprofit foundation, which... READ MORE »
With rainfall so come phytophthora and pythium
Most of the region has finally gotten rain and pop-up thunderstorms making conditions ideal for pathogens such as phytophthora and pythium on ... READ MORE »
United Fresh responds to USDA effort to boost food assistance program
USDA announced June 4 an investment of up to $1 billion, including $500 million in American Rescue Plan funding, in The Emergency Food Assistance Prog... READ MORE »
Oregon State’s Croptime helps growers plant veggies at the right time
Well-timed harvests enable growers to meet demand for consistent supplies of produce. Good timing also helps farmers schedule labor when they need it,... READ MORE »
Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund offers small grant program
Access to start-up capital is a big challenge for farmers. A small grant program through the Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC) is helping. More tha... READ MORE »
May 2021
Droplet size, vaporization keys to reducing spray drift Asparagus Day a discussion forum Hybrid use puts Regev in ‘game-changer’ mode Tas... READ MORE »
USDA’s WIC program enhanced for 4 months for produce purchases
Participants in the USDA's Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) may soon see a temporary increase to their be... READ MORE »
Plant petiole sap testing for vegetable crops outlined
Various nitrate and potassium "quick-test" kits for vegetable plant sap-testing have been calibrated for use on Florida vegetables. The objective has ... READ MORE »
2021 growing season excitement takes hold in South Carolina
After a difficult year, South Carolinians can look forward to the simple pleasures of juicy red strawberries, sweet watermelons, refreshing cucumbers,... READ MORE »
April 2021
Living Greens Farm enlarges product offerings, distribution Balance the costs, benefits of grafting Snap bean variety key for flowering in summe... READ MORE »
