Promising progress for solid-set delivery
MSU research team improves system to reduce chemical waste.
IFTA in New York: much ado about mechanization
Cornell researcher Andrew Landers demonstrates a precision sprayer at the IFTA 2016 Study Tour in New York. (Shannon Dininny/Good
Senate passes GMO labelling bill; next it goes to the House
A bill that would establish a nationwide requirement for labelling of genetically-modified ingredients in food has passed the U.S. Senate.
Reinventing the string thinner (Video)
California cling peach grower modifies Darwin for nonplanar orchards.
Trials to improve cider tannins and harvesting
For some cider makers, tannins are the holy grail of the cider business. Without tannins and fermentation, hard cider is
Organic control of SWD
Organic researchers are evaluating various kinds of materials to separate insects from fruit, such as this netting in a
Ferguson: Renewed focus on little cherry disease
Research underway to study leafhopper vectors of Western X.
Controlling cherry cracking
Reducing moisture uptake can help prevent cracking in storage.
Optical lines are growing
Upgrades using near-infrared technology to sort fruit are necessary to keep pace with the industry.
Replacing labor with technology
It can be a challenge for small growers with limited budgets.