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Organic farmer plans to raise orchards in abandoned coal landfill
A young man who started promoting organic farming in the Dhanbad coal belt now plans to grow orchards in abandoned coal dumps in the area."It is still in the planning stage as we need the authorization of the authorities," said Ravi Nishad,…
Citrus orchards affected by fog, rain and intense cold
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) - Most of the state's 250,000 acres of citrus crops are in the Central Valley, and although rain is desperately needed, it can force growers to make tough decisions.With the current drought conditions in the central…
Maryville to study pollination in urban orchards
A team of researchers from six institutions in the Saint-Louis region will spend the next three years studying ways to maximize pollination in urban and suburban orchards thanks to a new grant of $ 633,000 from the National…
Willamalane’s Dorris ranch could change pesticide use in hazelnut orchards
The historic hazelnut orchards at Dorris Ranch may soon be treated for pests and diseases with organic practices instead of commercial grade pesticides on the recommendation of a committee formed to help the park operator keep visitors and…
How climate change is affecting orchards and cider on the West Slope
Kari Williams owns Snow-Capped Cider outside of Cedaredge, Colorado, where she makes hard ciders exclusively from apples grown in Colorado. She has a unique advantage as a local cider producer: her…
How trellises are transforming Washington’s apple orchards
UNION GAP, Yakima County - This irrigated slope was once covered with large, sturdy apple trees with leafy canopies that could withstand a bountiful harvest of Golden Delicious apples. Over half a decade ago, excavators pulled them…
Kashmir: Apple orchards may not cope with climate change, with farmers losing up to 40% of their…
The famous apple orchards of the Kashmir Valley may soon disappear due to erratic climate changes in the region. Over the past decade, the valley has experienced major climate changes, such as early snowfall, due to which…
New tart cherry research project could help farmers manage their orchards
Kailey Foster: I shared some of my conversations with Brent Black, USU Extension Fruit Specialist, who reviewed a research grant USU received on tart cherries. We continue this conversation and take a look at how this…
Dries Orchards Moves to the Next Generation and Diversifies Its Operations | The heart of the farm…
What started as a small apple orchard business by Ken and Mary Jo Dries outside of Sunbury, Pennsylvania has…
More lively consumption, higher prices and new orchards for persimmons
The Italian persimmon campaign started a few weeks ago - growers seem happy with both production and marketing and the produce is selling well. "The notes are excellent and the fruits color 10 to 15 days earlier than in previous…