What are Public Food Forests?
Research looks at ways to increase adoption of public food forests in communities Public food forests exist on publicly owned or stewarded land. They are designed to be open to local…
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South Texas Marketing Order Vote Sep. 1-Oct. 3
South Texas onion growers will get a second chance to determine their need for a marketing order assessed on their onions in a second referendum from Sept. 1 – Oct….
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Researchers Identify Novel Species of Pathogenic Bacteria of Onion
While conducting a survey of bacteria in onions, a team of Texas A&M AgriLife researchers in Uvalde, Texas, identified a new pathogen, a bacterial species now named for where it was found….
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Insect and Weed Control Field Tour
Washington State University will be hosting an insect and weed control field tour on July 20th from 2-4 pm. Join them at the WSU Commercial Vegetable Farm in Pasco to view experiments…
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Onion Podcast 19: Yesterday and Today
Sponsored by: On today’s podcast Dave sits down with Kay Riley to discuss how the onion industry has changed over the course of his 43 year career.
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Walla Walla Onions Now Shipping, Southern New Mexico Rising Fast
Onion Shipping Point Prices for July 11, 2022 Sweet onions from Walla Walla, Washington started shipping about July 6 with good demand. Demand remains good and the market is steady,…
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Onion Disease Quiz: July, 2022
Many diseases can affect an onion crop. Correctly identifying the problem is crucial to choosing the proper solution. What is wrong with these bulbs? This material is provided courtesy of…
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New Weather Station Improves Irrigation Efficiency
A new tool available for the 2022 season, the KestrelMet 6000 AG Weather Station, has been designed to help farmers improve irrigation efficiency. The on-site monitoring system provides growers with…
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NOA Summer Convention A Bustling Success
The Idaho capital city of Boise hosted the National Onion Association (NOA) Convention July 6-9. The convention was one of the best attended in years, even pre-pandemic. Look for a full…
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Lender Predicts Slightly Profitable Onion Returns
Northwest Farm Credit Services’ 12-month profitability outlook suggests “slightly profitable onion returns.” According to the lender’s quarterly Market Snapshot report released in April, the short supply of remaining onions positions…
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