Peppers rank among the top 10 most popular vegetables in the United States. “Peppers fall somewhere between seventh and 10th on the list,” said Michael Orzole, Ph.D., professor emeritus of vegetable crops, Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences. According to the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center (AgMRC) Americans consume an average of 10.6 pounds of fresh … Read more
Want to keep up with the latest news for growers? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings in the fruit and vegetable industry. – Agriculture Economy USDA Invests $17.5 Million for Resilient Rural Communities and a Sustainable Agriculture Economy The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) … Read more
Looking for bugs isn’t a nerdy middle school hobby – not if you’re an orchardist. It’s essential for tree fruit growers, no matter what spray program you use. – Pests in the Orchard Blanketing the orchard with sprays as a preventive may be someone’s idea of pest control, but a more cost-effective, rational and effective approach … Read more
Food safety compliance: For some, it’s as bad as a root canal. Others might prefer the root canal. – Food safety However, it’s a process all growers must go through if they want to enjoy a healthy business relationship with their partners. This quote in our feature, “Filling the G.A.P.” sums it up. The large majority … Read more
Want to keep up with the latest news for growers? Check back every Thursday for a quick recap of recent happenings in the fruit and vegetable industry. – Incote Incotec Announces Significant Investments in North American Field Crops Business Incotec, part of Croda International, announces two significant investments in its North American business; the relocation of … Read more