The future of methyl bromide

Methyl Bromide is an indispensable tool for the fruit trade, but with significant downsides. However a potential alternative is on the horizon thanks to trials being conducted under the supervision of the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service in partnership with Draslovka Services, Western Fumigation and Holt Logistics.

May 24 , 2022

Agronometrics in Charts: Indian mangoes swiftly recovering lost ground within the U.S. market 

In this installment of the ‘Agronometrics In Charts’ series, Sarah Ilyas studies the state of the Indian mango market, with a lower yield but great quality expected for this season.

May 24 , 2022

How to grow basil in your backyard

"One of the easiest, most prolific, and flavorful herbs to grow is basil,” states Brittnay Haag, University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator.

May 24 , 2022

What you need to know about consuming fruit and vegetables safely

This fantastic information from the U.S. Centers for Diseases control provides excellent tips on how to avoid getting food poisoning from fruits and vegetables.

May 23 , 2022

Dole doubles down on value added segment with meal kit

These 3 new products join 60 other Dole salad kits, salad mixes and slaws including the popular Chopped! and Premium salad kit lines and 15 ready-to-eat bowl salads, for a total of 78 product offerings. 

May 23 , 2022

Despite signs of recovery, Shanghai port congestion to continue

As China's Covid restrictions have been lifted in Shanghai, there have been some signs of recovery, but port congestion is expected to continue around the world.

May 23 , 2022

Naturipe Farms expects high volume from 2022 Georgia blackberry crop 

Naturipe’s blackberry growing season in Georgia is set to start mid-May and will last through early July with high-quality, delicious berries. Peak volumes are expected through the month of June.

May 23 , 2022

Valencia growers predict a €150 million loss as a result of adverse weather

After two and a half months of persistent rain, low temperatures and a lack of sun, Comunitat Valencia farmers are beginning to come to terms with the full extent of the damage caused to the majority of their crops.

May 20 , 2022

Oishii opens vertical strawberry farm in New Jersey

Oishii says the new facility is "the world’s largest vertical strawberry farm". Located in New Jersey, it spans 74,000 square feet and will exclusively grow the company’s strawberries.

May 20 , 2022

Organic farming: Philosophy, contamination and fertilizers

Learn the about the philosophy, contamination and fertilizers of organic farming in the second part of this comprehensive guide by WikiFarmer.

May 20 , 2022