…Ellis, Executive Director of the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Alliance, discussed the growth of the Illinois wine industry, which has expanded from seven wineries in 1992 to over 132…
California Wine Grape harvest Review
DepositPhotos image A California Wine Grape harvest review of the state’s 2024 wine grape harvest occurred within a traditional timing window, from early August to late October, under generally favorable…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-31-24
…Lorrie talks with John Sandbakken, executive director of the National Sunflower Association, who discusses the successful 2023 sunflower harvest, noting minimal delays and high yields despite reduced acreage. He highlights…
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…2026. AutoFill is designed to reduce labor costs by up to 75% and increase harvest efficiency by automating labor-intensive tasks such as de-stacking and filling lugs. AutoFill improves efficiency when harvesting…
U. S. Fresh Pear Production at the Lowest Level since 1967-68
…470,000 metric tons, the smallest harvest since the 1967-68 season. The downturn is being attributed to adverse weather taking a toll across all three major producing pear states, which include…
VINE Connect Program Open to Applications
…helping entrepreneurs tailor proven technologies for farmers to ease weed control, harvest, and other farming tasks. Applications for the program are open now through January 8th. For more information, go…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-20-24
…hosts encourage listeners to voice their concerns to the relevant authorities to help safeguard farmland. Lorrie talks with National Sunflower Association Executive Director, John Sandbakken talks about 2024 harvest and…
Almond Update: Conference Session Highlights Post-Harvest IPM
DepositPhotos image The Almond Conference featured an insightful session on integrated pest management (IPM) for post-harvest pest control, moderated by Gabriele Ludwig, Director of Environmental Affairs for the Almond Board…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…Update. Gabriele Ludwig, Director for Environmental Affairs with the Almond Board of California, discusses insights from a session on post-harvest pest control for almonds. Key highlights include integrated pest management…
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
…Whitehill also highlighted the long-term commitment involved in Christmas tree farming. “It’s a long process,” he said. “From seed to harvest, it can take 8 to 10 years to grow…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-17-24
…planting seeds to reaching the final harvest. Whitehill emphasizes the challenges faced by growers, including unpredictable events like hurricanes and pests, and underscores the environmental benefits of choosing real Christmas…
USDA Advances Grape Breeding with Genetic Resources
…are wild grape varieties. PGRU grape germplasm culture curator Erin Galarneau says desired traits produced by crossbreeding can now be done in less time, thanks to resources beyond plant materials….
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-06-24
…Additionally, they highlight an important industry lawsuit where Bloomfresh International Limited won a court case in Italy against a grower infringing on their proprietary grape variety, emphasizing the importance of…
Farmers’ Optimism Rose Ahead of U.S. Election, Purdue Ag Economy Barometer Shows
…The Farm Financial Performance Index rose 22 points to 90, buoyed by high crop yields and a smooth harvest. Additionally, farmland value expectations increased, with both short- and long-term indices…