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.Read More
California Ag Department Makes Big Investment in Sustainable Pest Management By California Department of Food and Agriculture|November 4, 2024
Niche Crop With Caribbean Flare Might Be Fine Fit for Florida Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 11, 2021 Ever heard of sorrel? Local researchers are investigating the leafy green plant with attractive flowers as another specialty food farming option.
Interest Continues to Brew for Hops Grown Fresh From Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 20, 2021 Find out why a splash of bitterness might be the sweet spot for local brewers and researchers crafting a niche for alternative crop.
Scientists Shed Some New Light on Growing Hemp in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 9, 2021 An illuminated look into the alternative crop’s flowering behavior provides further guidance for local growers.
Pumped for Papaya! New Growth Opportunities Take Root in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 21, 2021 Popularity of the fruit among consumers prompts further research for commercial expansion.
Will Industrial Hemp Find a Good Fit in Florida Agriculture? Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 15, 2021 Results are in from University of Florida’s 2-year pilot project. Find out what the report has to say about chances for commercial crop success.
‘Superfood’ Crop Still Looking for Its Place in the Sunshine State Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 29, 2021 Effort to breed pomegranate varieties for growers that will stand up to subtropical conditions proving to be a worthy challenge.
How Sweet It Is: Vanilla Fresh From Florida Passes Taste Test Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 17, 2021 The Sunshine State’s hottest alternative crop candidate spices up gastro-masterpiece cooked up by Miami chocolatier.
Cool! Can Artichoke Become a New Winter Crop in Florida? Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 15, 2021 See how science is finding a way to make this California-centric crop a mainstream possibility for the Sunshine State.
Growing up: Florida’s Hemp Program Turns 1 Year Old Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 6, 2021 The alternative crop continues to spark interest among growers. See what’s in the works for year two.
Hemp Testing in Florida: What Growers Need To Know By Frank Giles|April 11, 2021 Learn what is required prior to harvest and when further processed into various products.
Do Your Homework if You Want to Grow Alternative Crops By David Eddy|March 30, 2021 American Fruit Grower Editor David Eddy says while you probably won’t find the grass is any greener, it’s always good to be open to new possibilities.
Fresh Coffee from Florida? Scientists are Brewing up the Possibility Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 11, 2021 Learn how artificial intelligence is rooting out what could be another alternative crop for growers in the Sunshine State.
Mites Causing Havoc in Your Hemp Crop? What You Can Do By Greenhouse Grower|March 8, 2021 UF/IFAS researchers have released their latest insights on mites known to attack hemp plants in Florida.
New Hemp Approval Program in Florida Gets 2 Thumbs up Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 9, 2021 Find out more about an initiative from UF/IFAS that provides growers of the alternative crop a science-based evaluation of varieties.
Brussels Sprouts of a Different Color on the Grow in Florida Posted by Growing Produce Staff|February 8, 2021 Whether you see purple or red, these uniquely colored cole crop varieties bring something different to the table.
Vanilla Plant Growth Success for Florida Found in the Genes Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 16, 2020 Find out more about the latest milestone University of Florida researchers have reached to solve mystery of flavorful alternative crop.
Look Before Jumping into a New Vegetable Crop By Richard VanVranken|December 9, 2020 Growing a new vegetable is the easy part. Finding the right customers is the real challenge!
Industrial Hemp Planting Tips for Florida Growers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 7, 2020 Here are some factors to consider on your first crop.
Why Miracle Fruit Might Be a Flavorful Fit in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 31, 2020 Local researchers uncover key information about the plant and the potential for its palate-pleasing berries.
