Joining ‘the World’s Best Vineyard’ list, Gusbourne is proactive in its approach to technology and leveraging these tools to produce using regenerative practices. One of the world’s best vineyards. Gusbourne is a well-known English wine producer. With the estates’ favorable climate soil types, Gusbourne quickly established itself as one of the UK’s premier sparkling wine […]
California’s stone fruit orchards are the lifeblood of the state’s agricultural identity, producing bountiful peaches, plums, cherries, and nectarines enjoyed worldwide. Yet, with the 2024 growing season came a formidable challenge: an uptick in Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) infestations. This invasive pest, targeting ripening fruit, has posed significant threats to fruit quality and yield, leaving […]
What is Farm Management Software and how does it differ from Precision Agriculture? Definition: Farm Management Software (FMS) is a specialized subset of business management tools tailored for the agricultural sector. It’s designed to manage the daily operations of farms, ensuring efficient collection and storage of all essential business data. Unlike the broader tech trends, […]
Looking for a helpful checklist to prepare for FSMA 204? If you grow fresh produce on a family farm, this article is for you. November 14th, 2024 The new requirements for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) will come into effect on January 20th, 2026. While 2026 might feel far away, 14 months boils down […]
One year from today, FSMA 204 comes into effect. How can farms both inside the US and supplying the US get prepared? January 20th, 2025 FSMA 204 is coming next season, but there’s no need to panic. There are plenty of tools to help farms prepare for this shift in reporting. To make the process […]
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a cornerstone of sustainable agriculture, offering effective strategies to manage pests and diseases while minimizing impacts on the environment and human health. At the heart of advancing IPM education and resources for the fruit industry in NY is Anna Wallis, the Fruit IPM Coordinator at New York State Integrated Pest […]
The number of records farms need to keep is steadily increasing. Get a quick overview of the types of records commonly required across US farms. With FSMA 204 joining the list of reporting requirements for US farms, it’s time to do a quick recap of the most common types of reports required. This isn’t a […]
A Game Changer for Integrated Pest Management Staying Ahead with Plant Protection Products One of the primary challenges for farmers today is keeping up with the latest approved chemical products and changes to product label registrations. This task is crucial as it ensures the safety and effectiveness of their crop protection strategies. Access to accurate […]
The CSDR directive takes effect in 2024. There is a knock-on effect that world-wide farms can expect to feel in the seasons ahead. ESG reporting directives in Europe are common-place. Over the past decade, European businesses have become familiar with the Non-Financial Reporting (NFR) Directive, which supports transparency on environmental and social issues. In 2022, […]
