Sweet corn
Ontario anaerobic digester closes energy loop
For a pair of Canadian entrepreneurs in Leamington, Canada, renewable energy is living up to the hype.Dennis Dick and Roger Tiessen launched Seacliff Energy in January. Central to their 1.6-megawatt plant is the anaerobic digestion... more »
Maryland market feeling good about the future
Emily's Produce is a family owned and operated produce market in Dorchester County, Md. Paul and Kelly Jackson started the business in 1999, under a roadside tent.The business kept expanding over the years. The Jacksons... more »
U.S., Mexico resolve trucking dispute
On July 6, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and his Mexican counterpart signed agreements resolving the dispute over long-haul, cross-border trucking services between the United States and Mexico.The new deal goes back to March, when... more »
How do you replace methyl bromide?
Methyl bromide has worked wonders for Florida strawberry growers over the years, eliminating a broad spectrum of pests in a fairly straightforward manner. Stricter environmental controls and an international agreement have slowly phased out use... more »
American ag needs a sustainable workforce
I have been following several online discussions about agriculture, food production and other issues recently. One of the most used words I see is "sustainability." The interesting thing about this term is that it seems... more »
Michigan Asapargus Advisory Board members appointed
Governor Rick Snyder announced appointments to the Michigan Asparagus Marketing Advisory Board.The board is charged with developing and implementing a marketing program for Michigan's asparagus crop.Eric Herrygers is appointed and Sarah Greiner is reappointed.Eric Herrygers,... more »
Michigan Onion Committee appointments
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder announced appointments to the Michigan Onion Committee. The committee is dedicated to improving the profitability of Michigan's fresh and processed onion industries. Glenn Leep, Mark Nail and Eric Schreur are reappointed.Leep,... more »
The debate between onions and sweet corn
There's a food fight of sorts brewing across the state as leaders try to figure out which vegetable represents New York the best. YNNTo read more, click here. more »
California growers turning to center-pivot
Center-pivot irrigation could become the wave of the future in California, where farmers are looking to maximize water efficiency and minimize labor costs. About 30 growers attended a meeting recently in Five Points, Calif. -... more »
Using genetics to build a better tomato
Agricultural Research Service researchers are working to save our tomatoes - or at least some of them.Tomatoes spend so much time on shelves and in refrigerators that an estimated 20 percent are lost to spoilage,... more »
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