Fruits
Melon Production Management Research Boosts Watermelon Yields and Disease Resistance
With consumer demand shifting toward seedless watermelons with darker rinds and smaller sizes, breeders are developing improved varieties that meet these preferences while also addressing disease resistance. Research at the University of George (UGA) are leading... more »
Bluebird Organic Fruit Co. thrives with organic peach farming
Farming has always been central to Luke and Annie Gingerich's lives. They've build a thriving business with Bluebird Organic Fruit Co., a Colorado operation dedicated to organic peach farming. The couple established the orchard in... more »
Bayer’s Culinary Council aims to shape future of vegetable breeding
Bayer Vegetable Seeds has created a Culinary Council to collaborate with chefs and foodservice experts, aiming to influence the future breeding of vegetables that meet both consumer and grower needs. The council held its inaugural... more »
The 2024 Great Lakes EXPO Farm Market Bus Tour explores innovative farm markets in Michigan
Mark your calendars for the annual Farm Market Bus Tour 2024, scheduled for Monday, Dec. 9. This immersive, full-day event is designed to provide farm marketers and agritourism owners and managers with valuable insights and... more »
Mucci Farms acquires Hacienda North Farms
Mucci Farms has acquired Hacienda North Farms, a 160-acre state-of-the-art greenhouse facility located in Coatsworth, Ontario. Mucci Farms is a grower and marketer of fresh fruits and vegetables and it is part of the newly... more »
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Owyhee’s Idaho-Oregon onion, asparagus legacy
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