Equipment
Captan Gold 4L registered in California
ADAMA has received EPA approval for Captan Gold 4L liquid fungicide for use on strawberries, tree fruits and other specialty crops. A multi-site contact fungicide, Captan Gold 4L penetrates fungal spores, protecting high-value crops against... more »
Kingdom Fresh Farms invests in new tomato equipment
In an effort to improve efficiencies to meet increased volumes, Kingdom Fresh Farms has recently installed new tomato sorting equipment.The new machinery will provide not only labor and financial savings, but also increase output, according... more »
2015 Michigan Agritourism directory expanded, offered in full color
The Michigan Agritourism Association released its 2015 directory featuring agritourism destinations across the state. This year's directory is upgraded to full color to showcase the fresh produce and engaging activities offered in every region of... more »
High-flying drones are helping agriculture soar
Drones are certainly a topic of interest these days. Amazon is exploring the use of drones to make deliveries. Photos are obtained that would otherwise seem isolated and remote. The management of use and privacy... more »
FSMA compliance does not guarantee passage of a GAP audit
Many fresh produce growers are beginning to reckon with the issues posed by the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). This most sweeping piece of legislation will put in place many basic food safety measures across... more »
Ag safety grants up to $20,000 offered by National Children’s Center
Proposals are now being accepted for mini-grants up to $20,000 to support small-scale projects and pilot studies that address prevention of childhood agricultural disease and injury.The National Children's Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and... more »
Miticide registered for use in California
Nealta miticide from BASF has received registration for use in California. Nealta miticide delivers long-lasting control of spider mites at all life stages through a unique mode of action. It is labeled for use on... more »
UGA researcher seeking to improve squash crop
A University of Georgia (UGA) vegetable horticulturist is searching for new squash varieties to help Georgia farmers improve the state's $24.7 million squash industry.Yellow squash is predominantly grown in the South, as more national acreage... more »
Start off irrigation season with system inspections and repairs
As planting nears the end crop producers need to start preparing for irrigation season. If you ignore irrigation equipment until the first really hot dry day you often end up cutting corners and taking risks... more »
Farming like you expect bacterial diseases
One consistent theme over the past several years has been the specter of dealing with bacterial diseases in our tomato fields and high tunnels. Bacterial speck, spot and canker have become regular challenges for Pennsylvania... more »
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