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By Frank Giles Viral disease in cucurbit crops is a major problem worldwide. In the United States, new viruses are identified regularly that affect important specialty crops. This has become such a problem that the Emerging Viruses in Cucurbits Working Group (EVCWG) was established in March 2022. The group was formed after a discussion during the Plant Health event hosted …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced loan interest rates for April, 2024, which became effective April 1. USDA’s Farm Service Agency loans provide access to capital to help farmers start or expand their farming operation, purchase equipment and storage structures or meet cash flow needs. “I encourage our lenders and borrowers alike to work with our local offices …
AUBURN, Ala. – The number of farms in the U.S. operated by women has increased 27% in recent years. Yet, despite their growing number and influence, little is known about the needs of women in farming, the challenges they face and their economic impact on agriculture. A team of agricultural economists from the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station was awarded $650,000 …
By Frank Giles European farmers have taken to the streets to protest government actions that they believe will threaten their viability. The farmers over there are saying much the same thing as the farmers here when regulatory challenges impede their ability to grow food in a reasonable and profitable manner. Food security is national security — without one, you can’t …
By Clint Thompson This week’s Florida Citrus Show allowed more than 50 exhibitors to continue their support of the event, hosted by AgNet Media. As a result, they continue to show support for fruit and vegetable farmers in the Southeast; at least, that’s how Mike Adrover views it. “It’s incredibly important because they are the lifeline of the state. They’re …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced it intends to renew the charter of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC). USDA is set to renew the committee’s charter for two years as required by the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The current charter expires on May 23, 2024. USDA invites those interested to submit comments on this notice. …
Once covered in drought conditions, the Southeast now has sufficient moisture. If the persistent rains being felt amid the current El Niño weather pattern didn’t provide enough of a clue, it is once again reflected in the latest U.S. Drought Monitor. There are no indications of abnormally dry conditions in either Alabama or Georgia. Both states have sufficient moisture. Only …
COLUMBIA – U-pick strawberry farms across South Carolina are preparing to welcome visitors onto their farms to fill their buckets with sweet, sun-ripe, bright red strawberries. Strawberries are among the earliest widely available spring crops in South Carolina. Many strawberry farms are already open for U-pick activities, while others plan to open in the next week or two. As the …
By Clint Thompson Nitrogen recommendations for evergreen blueberry production in Florida are still a relative unknown for growers. Lauren Goldsby, graduate research assistant at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), hopes to provide some clarity with research at the UF/IFAS Citra location. “We’re aware that we can produce evergreen production in the state of Florida. …
By Clint Thompson Macadamia nuts are currently being considered as an alternative crop for Florida production in the central and southern part of the state. Whether there is a future for the nut in the Sunshine State will be largely determined by the interest level from potential producers. University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) researchers are …
