Water
Farmers across the South contend with drought
Farmer Aries Haygood grabbed the top of a freshly planted onion and gave it a gentle pull. The green plant sprang from the ground with little resistance, a sign its roots weren't grabbing hold because... more »
Florida sues EPA to block new water regulations
Florida sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday seeking to block new clean water regulations opposed by business and agriculture interests as well as some municipal utilities. Associated PressTo read more, click here. more »
Researchers discover spray that could be alternative to genetically engineered food
Figuring out how a plant hormone helps crops weather cold and drought was one of the top scientific breakthroughs last year, considering its potential to boost agricultural production.Now, those same Van Andel Institute researchers have... more »
Growing vegetables, winning awards
John Hundley knows a thing or two about growing sweet corn and vegetables. The North Palm Beach, Fla., grower has been farming for more than 44 years and currently works 15,829 acres of land, that... more »
Pest management webinars
Learn more about pest management in season-extension production systems, such as high tunnels, by registering for a new webinar series sponsored by the Great Lakes Vegetable Working Group, University of Illinois Extension and a Sustainable... more »
Local produce shines in Texas
By Derrek Sigler, Assistant EditorAt the Pearl Farmers' Market in San Antonio, Texas, shoppers can find locally grown vegetables, some fruits and meats, potted herbs, baked goods, cut flowers, honey, fresh cheese, camembert, free-range eggs,... more »
Labor housing in the Empire state
By Derrek Sigler, Assistant EditorLike many fruit and vegetable farmers across the country, growers in New York state often have to rely on migrant workers to harvest their crops.According to the New York State Department... more »
Mutant green tomatoes key to tougher crops
As fat summer tomatoes dangle in profusion from vines in gardens and farms across the country, researchers at Wake Forest University are looking for a way to make future harvests hold up better against drought... more »
Using trail cameras to control deer and other wildlife
By Derrek Sigler, Assistant EditorOne of the first steps in controlling wildlife and varmints and stopping them from damaging your crops is having a solid handle on what is doing the damage, when they are... more »
Multi-state tunnel study looking at mulches and more
By Derrek Sigler, Assistant EditorAt the Washington State University (WSU) Northwest Research Center in Mount Vernon, they started a small-scale project to look at growing strawberries, tomatoes and lettuce under a high tunnel. When they... more »
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