In some recent research into producers commercially growing chickpeas in the Mid-Atlantic states, a common theme in niche marketing materialized: “If I grow it, can I sell it, and how much money will I make?” (more…)
The National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture, whose mission is to grow a healthy world through the art, science and business of plants, gardens and landscapes, recently shared a detailed array of resources for growers during its “Doing Business Under Difficult Circumstances: Finding the Resources You Need” webinar. (more…)
by Tamara Scully
Although COVID-19 is not thought to be transmitted as a foodborne illness, it is transmittable via contaminated surfaces, including produce packaging, tools and equipment, tables, bins, coolers and other surfaces part of the food supply chain. (more…)
by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant
Food hubs can provide producers with a means of moving more produce. Mariel Borgman, MSU Extension community food systems educator, recently presented “Food Hubs: A Distribution Solution.” (more…)
by Sally Colby
Keeping good records is essential in any agricultural system, and for organic producers, records are especially important. (more…)
by Courtney Llewellyn
Health and safety come first, but business does have to continue for those who are open, and that includes garden businesses. (more…)
by Sally Colby
Creativity is the key to eye-catching displays, and owners of nurseries and garden centers have become a bit more creative to determine the best way to remain open and offer no-contact sales. (more…)
A year ago, Stephanie Thompson and her husband were living in an apartment in Tennessee. Now they have their own farm in Missouri, growing mostly flowers.
Photo courtesy of Stephanie Thompson
by Sally Colby
Just over one year ago, Stephanie Thompson and her husband were living in an apartment in Tennessee. (more…)
Frank Yiannas, FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response (R), recently observed food safety procedures for leafy greens.
Photo courtesy of FDA
by Enrico Villamaino
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has released its 2020 Leafy Greens STEC Action Plan. (STEC refers to Shiga-toxin producing E. coli, a potentially life-threatening illness). (more…)
by Sally Colby
People are ready to shop for plants, and in some areas, customers will be allowed to do just that at retail garden centers. (more…)
by Courtney Llewellyn
The Western Nursery & Landscape Association hosted the third of its “Virtual Happy Hour” sessions on Thursday, April 23, led by the association’s executive director Sarah Bibens and Western Manager Callie Kirkegaard. (more…)
No matter what crop you’re growing, it’s likely to be susceptible to fungal pathogens. (more…)
