David Kuack
Recent Articles
Field Trials Report
Above-normal temperatures were the norm in many parts of the country. Plants at numerous trial locations had to withstand 100°F+ temperatures in July and August.
New Cut Flower Varieties
These new varieties can be grown as specialty cut flowers or can be used to provide some height to landscape beds, specimen containers and combination planters.
Specialty cut flower growers to meet in Reston, Va.
National conference and trade show scheduled for Nov. 7-10
Consumers face challenges accessing digital product information
“Beyond the Label” report discusses the difficulties consumers face trying to access accurate digital product information
Students gain real life experience on university farm
Purdue University students operate new 5-acre vegetable farm, plan to add hoop houses to extend season
Employers planning moderate changes in health care plans
Health care costs expected to increase 5.9% in 2012, but benefit offerings will begin to shrink
United Fresh Produce Association releases updated Tomato Metrics
Updated tomato food safety metrics harmonize food safety audit standards for the fresh tomato supply chain
Small business driving economic recovery
Business report indicates there are over 23 million small businesses with annual sales in excess of $6 trillion
OFA Short Course
Horticulture industry gathers in Columbus. Nearly 9,000 people from more than 25 countries gathered at the OFA Short Course in July to seek business solutions.