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Six Blueberry Industry Leaders Honored at 2026 Convention
Berries

Six Blueberry Industry Leaders Honored at 2026 Convention

The North American Blueberry Council (NABC) and the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) honored six admired members of the blueberry industry during an awards breakfast during the The 2026 Blueberry Convention, held recently in Monterey. Honored with the Hall of Fame Award were Ron Bodtke (posthumously), of Cornerstone Ag Enterprises; and Mark Hurst, of Hurst […]

Nut Industry

Pollination Still Pays in Self-Fertile Almond Varieties
Nut Industry

Pollination Still Pays in Self-Fertile Almond Varieties

For decades, California almond growers have relied on honey bees to provide consistent pollination and ensure a successful crop. However, in recent years, the introduction of self-fertile almond varieties has offered growers more flexibility and reduced their reliance on cross-pollination. As adoption of these varieties continues to grow, researchers are working to determine whether traditional […]

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Grape Industry

An Early Harvest Shows Promise Across the State
Grape Industry

An Early Harvest Shows Promise Across the State

California vintners greeted the early 2026 harvest with enthusiasm for the wines taking shape in their cellars, with vineyards up and down the state reporting running several weeks ahead of schedule. Concentrated flavors, distinctive aromatics and freshness distinguish the early fruit, offering plenty to look forward to after a season of lighter crops and closely […]

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Dairy

IDFA Warns EU Due-Diligence Rules Are Increasing Costs for U.S. Dairy
Dairy Industry

IDFA Warns EU Due-Diligence Rules Are Increasing Costs for U.S. Dairy

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today warned that European Union due-diligence requirements are increasing costs and administrative burdens for U.S. dairy processors and farmers, including companies that do not sell products directly into Europe. IDFA is urging the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to continue pressing the European Commission to limit the […]

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Citrus Industry

Natural Remedies for Pest Control
Citrus Industry

Natural Remedies for Pest Control

ARS researchers have developed new pest control methods for America’s farmers. Sulfur dioxide (SO2) has a long history of being used as a natural pest control in the past but is rarely used presently for postharvest pest control. Over the past several years, ARS researchers in Salinas, CA, have successfully developed SO2 fumigation treatments to […]

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Vegetable Industry

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