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U.S. table grape storage numbers continue downward trend on last year
The number of California table grapes in storage on the West Coast continues to be significantly lower compared to this time last year, according to the latest USDA report.
November 24 , 2021
Tissue and soil nutrient testing for cold climate grapes
There are 14 essential plant nutrients derived from the soil that are considered essential for the growth of all plants and this article explains the two major tools to determine the fertilizer needs of a vineyard.
November 19 , 2021
How to manage insects on indoor plants
Prevent, or at least minimize, pest issues on indoor plants by choosing the right plants and providing good overall plant care. Learn about basic care and growing needs for your plant.
November 15 , 2021
Chile: Company raffles off new car to attract seasonal workers
A Chilean agricultural plant that is facing labor shortages, has resorted to raffling off a new car to attract seasonal workers to the Maule region.
November 12 , 2021
Pest causes necessary quarantine in areas of California
APHIS is applying safeguarding measures and restrictions on the interstate movement or entry into foreign trade of regulated articles from the area to prevent the spread of the pest to non-infested areas of the United States.
November 08 , 2021
Taiwan raises WTO complaint against China in fruit dispute
Taiwan raised a trade complaint against China at a World Trade Organization meeting over Beijing's moves to block imports of two types of fruit from the island, its council of agriculture and two other sources said.
November 05 , 2021
U.S. produce industry gives statement on supply chain disruption to House Agriculture Committee
In addition, the chief of a Georgia-based vertically integrated company testified during the hearing about the challenges specific to the fresh produce industry.
November 04 , 2021
Oppy announces first vertical farming partnership
Founded by Fresh Green Farms, the company plans to unveil the first phase of operations in the spring of 2022 with the goal of becoming the world’s largest and most sustainable vertical farm by 2023.
November 02 , 2021
Whole Foods releases top 10 food trend predictions for 2022
Buzz-less spirits, yuzu, Reducetarianism and functional beverages made with prebiotics and botanicals are among the food influences expected to rise in popularity in the next year.
October 19 , 2021
Dole Fresh Vegetables announces limited recall of curly leaf parsley
Dole Fresh Vegetables is voluntarily recalling a limited number of cases of conventional curly leaf parsley, over fears of a possible E. coli
September 17 , 2021
