Fruits

Watermelon Board opens comment period for assessment increase

The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) has proposed a 3 cent per hundredweight increase in its assessment rate, raising the total to 9 cents per hundredweight. This proposed hike, split between growers and shippers and... more »

Wisconsin Cherry Board election results released

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results. These cherry growers began their terms on the board on July 1: Barry Peterson of Green... more »

WSU-USDA set to host Tree Fruit Research Field Day Set

The Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center and USDA-ARS Wenatchee will host a Tree Fruit Research Field Day on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024. The event will be held from 8:30 a.m. to... more »

Drone franchise introduced by SweetWater Technologies

SweetWater Technologies aims to revolutionize farming practices through advanced drone technology, and has introduced its first group of independently-owned and operated franchises. The new franchise partners include Bill Pirkl in Byron, Minnesota; Nathan Janz in... more »

Freshedge expands with Frontier Produce aquisition

Frontier Produce, an Oklahoma-based produce distributor, has joined FreshEdge, a U.S. fresh food distribution network supported by Wind Point Partners. For three decades, Frontier Produce has supplied premium-quality fruits, vegetables, proteins, dairy and specialty items... more »

Applewood Fresh partners with Umlor Orchards

Applewood Fresh Growers has entered into new partnership with Umlor Orchards Inc., to increase its Michigan network. The collaboration increases Applewood’s volume and packing capability by 25%. The partnership encompasses: Ownership of Applewood Orchards (Deerfield,... more »

Michigan Apple exports increase since 2020

The Michigan Apple industry has seen a steep increase in apple exports since 2020, with bushels shipped increasing by 40%, according to the U.S. Apple Export Council. “Michigan’s surge in apple exports is a testament... more »

NARBA, NASGA set to host annual conference in Hawaii

Hawaii will be the location of next year's annual meeting of two berry growers groups. The North American Raspberry & Blackberry Association (NARBA) and the North American Strawberry Growers Association (NASGA) plan to convene the... more »