Category: Production
Ag committee chair pushes for more grower aid as farm bill vote gains momentum
The chair of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is advocating for an additional $20 billion to help farmers offset rising production costs as lawmakers hope for a farm bill vote on the House floor by the end of the month.
Forty Under 40 Perspectives: Building plant trust with video marketing
Video marketing helps plant nurseries build trust, educate customers and boost exposure in a competitive horticulture marketplace.
Darwin Perennials Day returns June 17 in West Chicago
Darwin Perennials Day 2026 provides a mid-season opportunity for industry professionals to evaluate new perennial varieties and connect with suppliers.
BioWorks adds IPM specialist to support Southeast growers
BioWorks has appointed Michelle Opela as biological solutions advisor for the Southeast. She will support growers with biological crop protection and IPM strategies, drawing on more than a decade of experience.
Dialing in spring nutrition: A plan for annuals
Fertilizer decisions go far beyond just feeding plants. Nitrogen form, phosphorus levels and micronutrient management all play a role in controlling growth and improving crop quality.
Corteva outlines leadership for two companies in planned split
Corteva names leadership for crop protection and seed companies ahead of planned 2026 separation into two public businesses. The move separates Corteva’s crop protection and seed businesses into focused companies with distinct leadership and strategies.
USDA AMS opens applications for $86.6M specialty crop block grants, $14.3M multi-state program
USDA announced $100.9 million in grant funding for specialty crop projects through two programs. The funding supports research, marketing and collaboration, with applications due in June and October 2026.
CCS replaces legacy DOS fertigation system at Harrow Research Centre
Harrow Research and Development Centre replaced its legacy DOS-based fertigation system with a modern Windows-based platform from Climate Control Systems. The upgrade maintains existing nutrient control methods while improving usability and support.
2026 Pest & Disease Survey Report
Pest pressure isn’t going away — it’s evolving. See what growers are dealing with now and how they’re adapting.
How good substrates can go bad with improper management
Water management — not the substrate itself — is often the root cause of plant performance issues. This article breaks down how irrigation, fertilizer and substrate choices interact, and what growers can do to avoid costly mistakes.
UBC, Signify test dynamic LED lighting for year-round pepper growing
UBC and Signify are testing LED lighting strategies to enable year-round greenhouse pepper production in Canada. The trial, running from 2021 to 2026, focuses on light spectrum, crop management and production feasibility.
USDA reopens reporting period for specialty crop bridge payments
The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) has reopened the reporting period for specialty crop producers seeking Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers (ASCF) program bridge payments. The new deadline is April 24.
Source.ag launches AI harvest forecasting tool for pepper growers
Source.ag introduced an AI-powered harvest forecasting tool for peppers that automates yield predictions and improves accuracy. Early trials showed significant reductions in forecast error, supporting better planning for growers.
Biotalys, Syngenta reach research milestone in bioinsecticide development
Biotalys and Syngenta report early success in developing a protein-based bioinsecticide, moving into next research phase. The collaboration targets resistance and regulatory challenges.
Controlled environment systems could expand US strawberry production in off-season months
Study finds controlled environment systems could boost off-season strawberry production and improve yields in the south central U.S.
HRI funds 18 horticulture research projects
HRI awards $564,521 to 18 horticulture research projects focused on production, pest control and efficiency. Learn details and explore impacts for growers.