Those putting forth predictions include Moody's Economy.com, which prepares industry snapshots and predictions for the Sonoma County Economic Development Board, and the annual forecast by Rob McMillan of Silicon Valley Bank's high-end-focused wine division. Those putting forth predictions include Moody's Economy.com, which prepares industry snapshots and predictions for the Sonoma County Economic Development Board, and the annual forecast by Rob McMillan of Silicon Valley Bank's...

And BASF says that because growers can have better control of vegetative grown in their orchards they can also cut the time and money they spend on pruning. Apogee is a plant growth regulator from BASF that company representatives say can help apple growers improve the quality of their crop, increase yield and save labor. Using Apogee, growers can better control their management of vegetative growth in their orchards. Blossoms affected with blossom blight "will appear water-soaked, wilted...

Summer may bring to mind outdoor picnics with hot dogs and chips, but a Purdue University expert says the season also provides the perfect opportunity to plan delicious, healthy meals. Make kabobs with fruit and grill on low heat until the fruit is hot and slightly golden. These healthy snacks also make consuming the recommended daily fruit and vegetable intake simple. Marinate in salsa, low-calorie salad dressing, wine or citrus juices. Choose lean cuts of beef, including round, sirloin...

By Leef Smith Washington Post Staff Writer Saturday, April 14, 2007; Page B04 Fruit growers across Virginia and Maryland have suffered substantial crop damage from a springtime roller coaster of weather changes expected to continue this weekend, pummeling the region with heavy rains and high winds. By Leef Smith Washington Post Staff Writer Saturday, April 14, 2007; Page B04 Fruit growers across Virginia and Maryland have suffered substantial crop damage from a springtime roller coaster of...

Back Article published Apr 6, 2007 Spring blooms yield to snow flurries Farmers try to save peaches, other crops from damage By KATHIE DICKERSON Staff Writer COSHOCTON - Ohio weather seems to be playing a cruel April Fool's joke on Central Ohio residents, especially farmers. Back Article published Apr 6, 2007 Spring blooms yield to snow flurries Farmers try to save peaches, other crops from damage By KATHIE DICKERSON Staff Writer COSHOCTON - Ohio weather seems to be playing a cruel April...

High winds uprooted apple trees and snapped others in half as Henderson County apple growers continue to reel from the effects of April's devastating weather. The Easter freeze wiped out 100 percent of the county's apples, about 75 percent of the strawberries, and all the peaches, cherries, blackberries and raspberries, according to farmers, extension agents and agriculture officials. The wind damage adds insult to injury following last week's Easter freeze that wiped out this year's apple...