Orchards

The risk of frost becomes more frightening as spring approaches. The antifreeze systems have given excellent results not only in mountain areas, but also for lowland stone fruit orchards. However, management cannot be left to…

Thursday, February 3, 2022, 12:03 PMPress release: Ministry of Primary Industries A Gisborne-based project is exploring a biological method of controlling insect pests in citrus orchards by…

Cesare Ippolito is an agronomic consultant in Lazio for the Mazzoni group, responsible for the management of mainly organic orchards. Following numerous experiences, he chose Protecta® agrotextiles to protect the cultivation of…

Smart Machine founders Nicholas Gledhill (left), Walter Langlois and Andrew Kersley. Photo / ProvidedAn innovative, low-emission, driverless tractor capable of performing up to three tasks at once is on the cards for New Zealand…

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A hailstorm has wreaked havoc in the Griffith area, with some citrus growers now looking years away from their next harvest. The sudden hail tore fruit and stripped bark from trees, causing estimated crop losses of up to 100% on some farms.…

January 13, 2022 17:51 (UTC+04:00) 728 By trend The list of products covered by agricultural insurance thanks to state support includes persimmons, apricots, peaches, cherries,…

The West family has operated a farm in Perry Township since 1891, with the West Orchards Farm Market operated and managed by five different generations, currently run by Todd and Ame West for 14 years. Additionally, this is one of three…

January 8—The West family has farmed in Perry Township since 1891, with West Orchards Farmers Market operated and managed by five different generations, currently run by Todd and Ame West for 14 years.Additionally, it is one of three farms…

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Photo file Srinagar- Himalayan porcupines have wreaked havoc in orchards and fields of Budgam by peeling the bark of apple, almond and other trees in addition to damaging vegetables and eating saffron seeds . A group of Budgam…

It's hard to hate the mule deer that shows up in your yard this time of year, but the patience of some Box Elder County fruit growers is running out of steam.Free-range deer frequent the orchards around Perry at night and flatten young…

Local company KMK Metals Recycling has been busy delivering five micro-orchards to local schools and Tidy Towns associations over the past week, as part of Host In Ireland's bee distribution centers pollinator plan. .…

AID (Agriculture Industrial Development) has been operating in the antifreeze technology sector for over 50 years. In the past year, in order to mitigate the devastating effects caused by adverse weather events, the company has…

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Wells in Connecticut are contaminated with arsenic from pesticide use more than half a century ago, a new study suggests. Much of the land that was once dedicated to fruit orchards has been converted to residential and commercial…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

What started as a small apple orchard business by Ken and Mary Jo Dries outside of Sunbury, Pennsylvania…

By Ken SmithWhen the campfire raged in Paradise on November 8, 2018, Jim and Laurie Noble barely escaped with their lives. Almost everything they left behind, including three homes and eight outbuildings that made up the infrastructure of…

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…

Australia's largest listed agricultural property fund, the Rural Funds Group, has strengthened its portfolio of livestock and crop properties in Queensland.The trust informed the ASX that it had swapped contracts for livestock, cultivation…

Some orchards in central Otago are struggling to find enough staff with less than a month to harvest. Workers in the Pacific Islands have been described as invaluable to New Zealand's horticultural and wine industries. Photo:…

Cattle grazing serves several purposes. It feeds livestock, regenerates plant and soil health and, when animals graze in orchards or woods, decreases the severity of forest…

Apple cider from a Poconos farm is flying off the shelves this year. The owner says the weather this past spring and summer has been conducive to a great harvest. EFFORT, Pa. - The fall has been busy at…

VIJAYAWADA: Several coconut orchards in Andhra Pradesh are affected by the Rough Spiral Whitefly (RSW), affecting coconut production. Whitefly disease has also infested oil palms. The problem is widely felt in the Konaseema region of…

Srinagar, October 23: Early snowfall accompanied by heavy rains, which started late Friday evening, caused extensive damage to apple orchards in the valley, especially in many districts of southern…

Heavy rains and snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday left three people dead and several severely damaged apple orchards. With parts of Kashmir receiving snowfall as heavy rains lashed others, Srinagar…

Three people were killed as apple orchards suffered extensive damage as parts of Kashmir received snowfall and the plains were hit by heavy rains on Saturday, causing the early onset of winter conditions.Snowfall and rains, which started…

The torment of an apple grower. KO Photos by Abid Bhat In the wake of a weather advisory, untimely snowfall ruined Kashmir's apple orchards, leaving growers in a sad state of mind. ARSHAD Ahmad and his two brothers were on their toes…

In Carnarvon and Kununurra, jackfruit is used as a model tree due to its versatility, ability to produce a high volume of fruit, and to grow in various climates in northern Australia. In a three-year project, scientists from the…

Faced with withered and unproductive avocado trees, Limpopo farmer Christa Rebel decided to replace them with another crop. In the meantime, however, she planted strawberries on the orchard floor. Then, by chance, she discovered nature's…

After three years of research into the recovery of bio-waste, Damien Sabatier, head of BioMiMetiC, launched his very first industrial demonstrator in Boulbon in the Bouches-du-Rhône. The first targets are agri-food by-products and…

Michigan reports a weaker apple harvest this season, due to an early frost in April that destroyed many apple blossoms. Local orchards and cider houses, like Blake's Family of Companies, say there are still plenty of apples to taste.…

The mornings have a chill in the air that signals the fall season is upon us. What better way to celebrate…

With a cooler climate, near lakes and nutrient-rich soil, generations of northern Michigan farmers have found this to be a great place to grow their produce. More than 14.9 million apple trees covering 34,500 acres make the state…

It's a nervous time for apple growers in the Riverina region of New South Wales, with the crucial 'king's flower' period hit by a wave of cool, wet weather.Key points: Apple growers in Batlow are relieved to see sunlight during crucial…

Honeycrisp. Gala. Royal Cortland. Michigan's bountiful, rolling farmland is filled with apples of all varieties.With a cooler climate, proximity to lakes, and nutrient-rich soil, generations of farmers have found this to be a great…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCjE7WRLrRA Victoria femia Pumpkin-picking season is in full swing at Vernon's Davison Orchards - and the popular Farmer's Market has every type of pumpkin you can think of. “October is…

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Apple growers say the weather and favorable conditions contributed to this exceptional season. LONGMONT, Colorado - The natives of Colorado know that apple trees don't necessarily ripen with fruit every year.…

This market at the center of a working farm builds customer loyalty thanks to its reputation for exceptional fresh fruit and vegetables, whether clean or from other sources. Originally printed in the September 2021 issue of…

A cold spring followed by a dry summer in eastern Ontario has created difficult conditions for growing apples this year and local orchard owners are feeling the effects during what would normally be peak season. For nearly 13 years Darryl…

Demand for Turkish apples is increasing, according to an exporter of Turkish products. Thanks to the growing notoriety of Turkish apples in certain markets, the presence of the exporter's brand is strengthening. The company…

Nicolas pongratz Friday, October 1, 2021, 10:30 a.m. As part of a planting program, 885 hectares of new apple orchards will be planted in Hungary this year, Agriculture Minister István…

Demand for Turkish apples is increasing, according to an exporter of Turkish products. Thanks to the growing notoriety of Turkish apples in certain markets, the presence of the exporter's brand is strengthening. The company…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsG7ciYPsW0 There is a significant shortage of pickers in the Okanagan this year, leaving fruit hanging from trees. Ron Forrest, workforce director for the BC Fruit Growers Association, says there are up…

In its 59th year, Apple Fest will be back in full swing. BAYFIELD, Wisc. - “We're going to have the same thing with cart rides, live music. Picking apples. We have all the goodies in the…

The national labor shortage is also having an impact on Minnesota's apple orchards. An orchard in Delano loses around 50 employees. DELANO, Minnesota - It's been a busy season so far at Apple Jack Orchards in…

COBDEN, Ill. (WSIL) – Strawberry season has just ended in area orchards and they are now gearing up for the…

The tourism industry in Henderson County continues to do well, despite the pandemic.Western North Carolina offers a variety of outdoor activities for people looking to get away from it all socially and experience the best of nature by…

Understandably, last year is reminiscent of COVID-19 and the social and economic damage that ensues from…

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - According to the Illinois Drought Monitor, Winnebago County fell into moderate drought in early May, with some areas reaching severe drought conditions in June. “The worst drought year I can…

DEVELOPMENT ON OVER 300 ACRES OF MUNICIPAL LAND THAT WILL INCLUDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING. AS WE JUST MENTIONED ... IT'S THE SEASON FOR ALL APPLE THINGS, AND WHAT A GREAT DAY TO GET OUT AND GO…

An apple harvest like the one happening in northern Colorado right now is exactly what brought Mike Biwer and Will Perez to the West. In the summer of 2019, the new farmers purchased 15 cultivated acres in Ault which were covered with some…

The farm field workers were invited to demonstrate the canopy management technique in front of the scientists to refine their acquired knowledge. The Cashew Research Directorate (DCR), Puttur, recently organized a training for…

Within the framework of the "APV-Obstbau" project, BayWa re and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE have cooperated with other research partners to set up an agrivoltaic system for research purposes at the "Bio…

Fund manager Gunn Agri Partners is among investors betting on a rebound in avocado prices in the coming years, after recovering more than $ 15 million from orchards in New South Wales and Queensland. Avocado prices have fallen to…

This is good news for apple lovers and apple growers. This year's harvest is expected to be bountiful.Despite a rough start with an early frost, the growing season has been near perfect, said Ohio Farm Bureau spokesperson Ty Higgins.…

For many, fall means it's a great time to bring out the spice in the pumpkin. For others, fall is the…

Apple picking season has officially arrived and according to local growers the harvest looks strong this year. And a great weekend ahead means it's time to get out there and support local businesses. Check with your favorite…

ILLINOIS - Summer officially ends on September 22, but all is not sad. As the trees begin to change color and the weather begins to cooler, fall activities will once again take place in Illinois. This year's apple-picking season will…

“It's just a really nice outing and there is a lot you can pick fresh from the farm throughout the fall,” says the owner of Barrie Hill Farms. The early bird catches the worm ... or in the case…

(KNSI) - Fall is approaching, and with it comes tours of pumpkin patch and apple orchards around central Minnesota. Since June, however, nearly the entire state has been experiencing severe, extreme, and even exceptional drought…

TALENT, Ore - A family-owned pear orchard will close after 111 years in the Rogue Valley. Meyer Orchards in Talent told NBC5 that its closure was due to rising labor costs/federal spending, as well as foreign competition keeping pear…

As Minnesota apple orchards open for the season, summer drought is impacting some early crops."2021, weather-wise, has been very interesting," said Chris Aamodt, president and owner of Aamodt's Apple Farm, Stillwater. "It's kind…

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This is good news for apple lovers and apple growers. This year's harvest should be abundant.Despite a rocky start with an early frost, the growing season has been near perfect, Ohio Farm Bureau spokesman Ty Higgins said. “All factors were…

Penn State University's robotic pruner combines a three-rotation wrist end effector, which cuts branches, and a three-way linear manipulator that houses and moves the end effector to targeted pruning locations.Photo courtesy of Penn…

Guy Brown went to the source and gathered information on this year's apple harvest. WATERTOWN, Minn. - Lack of rain this summer is putting a punch on Minnesota's vegetation and stressing lawns, flowers and…

Surely everyone has seen them before: wooden, steel or concrete scaffoldings, with nets and films, stretching over fruit trees, berry bushes and strawberry fields. Many walkers or hikers may also have been disturbed by…

FENNVILLE - Agriculture is rarely a perfect science. Even when crops survive, the harvest is almost always affected by storms, inclement weather or extreme heat.This is especially true for fruits, such as cherries, peaches and apples…