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
Phytoplasma are a type of bacteria that don’t have cell walls and are transmitted by insects feeding on plant phloem. Unlike standard bacteria, phytoplasma cannot be cultured in vitro, and in vivo populations in the insect vector and infected plant are typically very low. But phytoplasma can cause great damage to crops, trees, shrubs and … Read more
The 5th annual Indoor Ag Con, held in Las Vegas, brought together the brightest minds in indoor/hydroponic agriculture. Here are a few highlights of the two-day event: – 2017 Indoor Ag Con Recap Flipping the Switch on Control Systems Agrilyst CEO Allison Kopf approached the subject of environmental controls through the simple concept of the ability … Read more