Fruits & Vegetables

August 21, 2024
Tomato disease spreads to Sacramento Valley fields

The fungal disease southern blight impacts a processing tomato field. Growers have limited options for managing the disease, which can cause tomato plants to permanently wilt, reducing yields.

Photo/Alex Putnam/University of California, Riverside

Tomato disease spreads to Sacramento Valley fields
August 7, 2024
Market share for organic berries, other fruits grows

Harvested blueberries line the fields of Porterville-based Homegrown Organic Farms. Sales of blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries have overtaken packaged salads as the top organic produce item.

Photo/Homegrown Organic Farms

Market share for organic berries, other fruits grows