The International Congress on Controlled Environment Agriculture took place in Panama May 17-19 where many of the thought leaders and influencers met to discuss the theories and trends involved in indoor and greenhouse growing. Here are some highlights of the three-day event: – Controlled Environment Agriculture Recap Closed Plant Production System: The plant factory In … 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. – USApple leader USApple Leader Speaks at Congressional Briefing on Agriculture Labor Crisis On May 19, Virginia apple grower and USApple leader, Phil Glaize of Glaize Apples spoke … Read more
What do peaches and sweet bell peppers have in common? It would seem not much. – Titan Farms Peaches are a sweet juicy fruit that originated in China and migrated around the world as part of the ancient silk trade. The fuzzy fruit grows on trees reaching 25 to 30 feet in height. Once established, … Read more
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