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Importers of apples and grapes from nine countries are coming to Moldova in mid-October
According to Andriy Yarmak, Head of the FAO/EBRD regional horticulture development project in Moldova, Georgia, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, fruit importers from many world countries show a high level of interest in the procurement of…
The five most expensive fruits in the world
Once upon a time, fresh fruit was a luxury. But, with the passage of time, fruits are getting less expensive by the day.
The next five fruits are. however, a class of their own. They are the most expensive in the world. Except for a few,…
Growing the legacy of a century-old farm
The Harlow family has been growing vegetables on their farm in Westminster, Vermont, for over a century.
Paul G. Harlow bought the property in 1917, where the family milked cows and sold vegetables at a roadside stand. Now, 102 years…
Organic mealybug control indoors and out
They may look like little fluffy cotton balls with legs, but the damage mealybugs can do on houseplants and in the outdoor garden is serious. Mealybugs, a cousin to other garden pests like scale and whiteflies, can damage many flowering…
Iowa veterinarian reflects on 42 years of practice
STUART, Iowa — Rex Wilhelm graduated from Iowa State’s vet school in 1968 and figured this western Iowa town was a good place to start.
“There were a number of practices available to me, but I needed to stay within driving distance of…
Family juggles ag business and farm goals
CORNING, Iowa — About a year ago, Jason and Jamie McManis took a chance and started their own business.
“It was absolutely a leap of faith,” Jason says. “I had a good job working for great people, but this idea had been nagging at me for…
30 essential spring superfoods for weight loss
Spring is in the air, and in the blink of an eye, it’ll be time for skin-baring clothes that are quite unforgiving of winter’s dietary indulgences. But that’s where spring superfoods come into play.
Start your pre-summer slimdown with…
What the Italian market is importing from Spain
In Italy there is quite a lively demand for Spanish produce at the moment as, when it comes to prices, Spain seems to be more competitive.
"Demand for Spanish iceberg lettuce is always good with prices ranging from…
“A thriving crop and a new weighing tower”
"What a great job we have," says John Grootscholten with Daily Fresh when asked how his cultivation is going. Dutch radish growers have been in for a surprise in recent years when it comes to the weather. Will it be ice-skating or T-shirt…
Farmer Scientists: five trials in managing for soil health
There’s a common piece of advice given to farmers interested in improving soil health – pick a field and start. This 23-minute video follows five South Carolina farmers as they do just that.
Working with Dr. Robin “Buz” Kloot, Research…