Harvest Timing on the Minds of Stone Fruit Growers By Thomas Skernivitz|January 22, 2021 Survey responses stress the importance to do the ripe thing.Read More
California Ag Department Makes Big Investment in Sustainable Pest Management By California Department of Food and Agriculture|November 4, 2024
Why Nut Prices Have Growers So Dismayed By David Eddy|January 19, 2021 Fewer plan on increasing production than in years past — and it’s no wonder.
Precision Ag Use on the Rise With More Fruit Growers By David Eddy|January 15, 2021 Cutting costs, especially in reducing inputs, is cited by many, but smaller growers remain reluctant.
Apple Growers Uneasy About Confusion Over Varieties By David Eddy|January 12, 2021 The anxiety is not just for consumers, but for themselves. Still, they continue to be remarkably bullish.
Crop Protection Trends for Fruit and Nut Growers By Thomas Skernivitz|January 5, 2021 Industry survey results reveal the yays and nays on spray.
Is the Nut Market Cracking Under Pressure of Pricing? By Richard Jones|January 29, 2020 Some growers are keeping an eye on prices, but for much of the nut market, things are still full steam ahead.
What Has Fruit Growers Fired up? Climate Change and GMOs By David Eddy|January 22, 2020 Producers sound off on two issues upon which there is little agreement. Here’s your chance to chime in.
New Approaches to Profitability in Stone Fruit Production By Richard Jones|January 21, 2020 After a tough season, U.S. growers are focusing on the positives for 2020.
A Cheery 2020 Forecast from Berry Growers By James C. Sulecki|January 14, 2020 Let the good times roll. Berry growers remain bullish about production and demand for the coming year.
Why Apple Growers Are Feeling Uneasy By David Eddy|January 8, 2020 Excitement builds for new varieties, especially ‘Cosmic Crisp,’ though it’s Washington-only, but there are equally strong concerns.
Get a Sharp Look at Precision Ag Use Trends in Fruit By James C. Sulecki|January 7, 2020 Annual survey shows adoption favors larger operations, especially in the West. Find out what other details were uncovered.
Grape Growers Grapple With Solutions to Workforce Woes By David Eddy|January 6, 2020 Most producers cite labor as their biggest headache and are looking forward to technological advancements to provide answers.
What is the State of the Fruit and Nut Industry? By David Eddy|January 1, 2020 Fifth annual survey gathers more than 500 responses. Find out why some growers are seeing red, while others are decidedly upbeat.
Top Predictions for 2020 from Fruit Industry Pundits By David Eddy|December 31, 2019 A group of American Fruit Grower magazine contributors have seen the future, and here it is.
Check Out Our Top Graphics from the 2019 State of the Fruit and Nut Industry Posted by Christina Herrick|January 26, 2019 Take a look at the top graphics, hitting on topics such as precision agriculture, the next generation of growers, and growers’ top concerns.
Location Matters When it Comes to State of the Fruit Industry Responses By David Eddy | Christina Herrick|January 5, 2019 Here’s an at-a-glance look at the responses to our annual state of the industry survey.
Want to Improve Your Fruit and Nut Production in 2019? Follow This Advice Posted by Christina Herrick|January 4, 2019 Top 10 knowledge nuggets from the nation’s fruit and nut crop consultants.
Positive Outlook Remains for Fruit Industry This Year By David Eddy|January 2, 2019 Despite gloom and doom over tariffs this year, and trade worries in general in the next few, people with money will want the best products in the world.
Growers Share Their View of the Future of Precision Agriculture Posted by Christina Herrick|December 31, 2018 Will robots be our next farmworkers? Growers peer into their crystal balls to talk about the future of precision agriculture on their farms.
A Look at How Tariffs Have Impacted the Fruit and Nut Industry By David Eddy|December 29, 2018 American Fruit Grower magazine’s editorial advisory board members talk tariffs and its greater influence on the economy and fruit and nut industry.