Leafy Greens
Now, Markets Cultivate Farmers
It is 5:30 a.m., and that means Kate Stillman is scrambling through her family's crowded barn, counting out bouquets of cut flowers, checking the freshly picked peaches, black peppers, blueberries, bok choy and mesclun that... more »
Procure Registered for Vegetables
EPA has granted federal registration to Chemtura Crop Protection's Procure 480SC fungicide for use on 28 additional fruit and vegetable crops. The registration gives growers a powerful new tool for controlling powdery mildew and black... more »
Inmates Using Hydroponics to Grow Food
Robert Johnson's hands move quickly as he strips Romaine lettuce leaves off the plant, dropping them into a plastic bin. Tampa Bay Online Click here to read the rest of the story. more »
Growing the Next Generation of Farmers
As squash, okra and Swiss chard bask on a sunny slope outside town, another crop is also taking root: budding farmers. Charlotte Observer Click here to read the rest of the story. more »
Cal Poly Prof Tries to Beef up Lettuce Variety
Iceberg lettuce is like the "American Idol" of vegetables - insanely popular, kinda empty and slowly becoming overshadowed by its competitors. Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Click here to read the rest of the story. more »
Mexican Tariffs Answer U.S. NAFTA Breach
When the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) went into effect Jan. 1, 1994, it eliminated trade barriers between the United States' biggest trading partners. The agreement benefited U.S. agricultural producers to the tune of... more »
Spokane Valley Couple Defy Winter With Hydroponic Farm
Stewart Fry squints hard against the spring sun as he harvests a head of red butter lettuce at his Spokane Valley farm. Fry and his wife, Cheryl, have been growing the lush heads of local... more »
Economics, Contamination Fears Feed Boom in Backyard Vegetable Growing
I can't wait until spring," says author Bill Alexander. "I miss lettuce. I haven't had any decent lettuce for months." Chicago Tribune more »
Leader of Two Major Vegetable Councils Tackles Industry Issues
Dave Miedema has his hands full. The new president of the Michigan Vegetable Council also is the president of the Leafy Greens Council. Dave, 58, was named president of MVC in January. He can serve... more »
Tomatoes and Peppers Need Safe Handling
Tomatoes and peppers are under the food safety microscope, and growers need to do everything they can to keep the image clean. Leslie Bourquin, an associate professor at Michigan State University's Department of Food Science... more »
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