Improved SNAP Assistance App a Benefit for Consumers and Farm Marketers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 12, 2022 Enhanced capability increases access to healthy foods at farmers’ markets for people receiving government aid.Read More
California Ag Department Makes Big Investment in Sustainable Pest Management By California Department of Food and Agriculture|November 4, 2024
Is the Call To Buy American Grown Produce Falling on Deaf Ears? By David Eddy|February 22, 2022 Fruit growers might be better served pursuing trade deals than they are trying to convince people to buy local.
Spreading the Word Via TikTok: A Viable Platform for Farmers? By Thomas Skernivitz|February 8, 2022 If seeking a new way to reach more consumers, American Fruit Grower Editor Tom Skernivitz says the time might be right to give TikTok a look.
Berry Researcher Strikes the Right Note for Learning and Teaching By John R. Clark|February 7, 2022 John R. Clarks says there’s been no better medium to explain fruit variety – visually (and musically) – than YouTube.
$73 Million in USDA Funds To Help Pave Way for New Specialty Crop Niches Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 2, 2022 Money will seed innovative projects designed to support the expanding sector and explore new market opportunities for food and ag products.
Image Matters: Why Florida OJ Rules the Roost When it Comes to Selling Juice Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2022 Fresh findings from recent consumer survey says branding plays a big role in purchasing decisions.
What To Know About the New International Fresh Produce Association By Greenhouse Grower|January 6, 2022 Learn more about this organization forged under the leadership of the previous United Fresh Produce Association and Produce Marketing Association.
‘Containergeddon’ at Ports Cost California Farmers $2.1 Billion Posted by David Eddy|January 3, 2022 New research estimates losses of a half-billion just to nut growers, and points to congestion and inefficiencies.
Don’t Ugly Fruits and Veggies Deserve Some Love, Too? By Ohio State News|December 11, 2021 Learn more about a new study that details strategies to improve sales of imperfect carrots and more.
Why Growers Should Consider Alternative Crops Market Opportunities By Richard VanVranken|December 8, 2021 When adding unique selections to your crop mix, make sure to do your homework.
Not Easy for an Ohio State Fan to Say: How About Those Michigan Apples?! By Thomas Skernivitz|December 7, 2021 College team rivalries aside. Three cheers for the first NCAA name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal involving a fresh produce company.
How Tony L. Slaughter Farms Is Taking Fresh to the Next Level By Carol Miller|December 1, 2021 Learn how a portion of the operation’s produce is on store shelves the day it’s harvested.
Full Plate! Now Serving up the Top Food Trend Predictions for 2022 Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 22, 2021 Check out the feedback from influencers at Whole Foods about what might be coming to more tables near you.
Duda Makes Move To Connect Consumers With Its Farm Fresh Food Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 18, 2021 Learn more about the company’s new online investment that will allow the brand to continue meeting shoppers’ needs post-pandemic.
Taste Test Shows Folks Prefer Some Sparkle in Their Florida Fruit Wines Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 14, 2021 Carbonated blueberry and muscadine samples win out over flat counterparts in recent UF/IFAS food study.
It’s a Green Light for the Launch of Florida ‘YELLOS’ Grapefruit Brand Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 10, 2021 Find out more about the new home-grown product introduced by IMG Citrus.
Uncle Matt’s Organic Teams up for the 1% Better Foundation Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 15, 2021 Central Florida-based juice brand will donate a portion of its proceeds to Chris Nikic’s non-profit.
A Healthy Dose of Smart Farm Marketing Can Do a Grower Good By Richard VanVranken|October 6, 2021 A renewed focus on the health properties of fruit and vegetables is opening new markets for growers.
Why Fruit Research and YouTube Go So Well Together By Thomas Skernivitz|September 7, 2021 There are lots of ways to educate these days. Jon Clements was an early adaptor of using video to spread the word. More should join in.
New Study Shows Surge of Mexican Produce into the U.S. Continuing Posted by Frank Giles|September 2, 2021 Florida specialty crop growers taking a particularly big hit from imports during their market window.
