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The October issue of Specialty Crop Industry features blueberries and one Georgia producer who voices his concern about the state of the industry. Kevin Eason, located in Alma, Georgia, outlines multiple issues that need to be addressed for growers to remain sustainable. These include solving the labor crisis, implementing more automation which would help eliminate the need for a foreign …
The September issue of Specialty Crop Industry Magazine recaps the Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo that was held at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, Florida, for the first time. The two-day event was held on Aug. 16-17 and was a success according to event organizers and exhibitors that made the show a possibility. Florida farmers are always seeking alternatives …
The July issue of Specialty Crop Industry Magazine highlights WP Rawl, a leading vegetable business in South Carolina that has thrived for nearly 100 years. Ashley Rawl, a third-generation family member and vice president of sales, marketing and product development, talks about the secret to his company’s success. It has had a willingness to adapt to the changing economic climate. …
The June issue of Specialty Crop Industry Magazine puts the spotlight on Lipman Family Farms which is celebrating 75 years. It prioritizes people, which includes its large workforce and the desires of consumers it serves. The company has navigated through various economic challenges, which includes rising input costs, especially labor. Elyse Lipman, chief executive officer of Lipman Family Farms, discusses …
The May issue of Specialty Crop Industry Magazine features an industry leader on the cover while also providing updates on Neopestalotiopsis disease in strawberries and the recent Florida Grower Citrus Show in Fort Pierce, Florida. Titan Farms in South Carolina is a leader in peach production in the Southeast. Chalmers Carr, owner of Titan Farms in Ridge Spring, discussed what …
The April issue of Specialty Crop Industry Magazine puts watermelons in the spotlight. There is new leadership in the National Watermelon Association. George Szczepanski talks about his new role as NWA executive director after succeeding Bob Morissey, who was in the role for nearly 20 years. Szczepanski inherits an organization amid a challenging era for growers, including high input costs …
The February issue of Specialty Crop Industry Magazine highlights various topics impacting one of the most important sectors in agriculture. Everything from the upcoming Farm Bill, to the recently passed omnibus bill, to blueberry production, to the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference are covered in this month’s issue. The fruit and vegetable conference returned to Savannah in January and …
The January issue of Specialty Crop Industry Magazine profiles corn producer Karla Thompson. She is an advocate for all farmers and discusses the challenges that accompany being a producer in today’s agricultural landscape. Thompson also highlights the importance of continuing to educate consumers about food production. Florida’s sweet corn production got off to a shaky start this season following Hurricane …
