November 2024 - 4

EDITOR'S LETTER
Considering new
varieties, pest
prevention
W
elcome to our new varieties issue.
With winter debuting and summer
and fall harvests in the rear view
mirror, many growers find more time to look
to the future and consider new varieties.
One grower that heavily considers new
seeds and varieties is Del Jardin Fresh. On
page 6, read how the East Coast grower of
tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, bell peppers
and watermelon uses seed trials, as well as
provides comprehensive produce-growing services to growers across
the Southeast, aiding with initial soil preparation and variety selection.
On page 9, read how researchers at Cornell, the University of Kentucky
and Iowa State are working with growers in studying how mesotunnels
can cut pests and diseases as well as improve marketable product in the
systems which are between low and high tunnels.
In our monthly 40 Under Forty Fresh Views column, USDA-ARS
research plant pathologist Anna Testen writes about how growers who
update disease plans can better mitigate risk. Read on page 40 how
proper planning helps growers make effective management decisions
and prevent losses.
In this month's Veg Connections, researchers at South Dakota State
University examine how soil tarping affects soil health and onion
production. Discover how weed pressure can be lessened on tarp
removal and other information on page 42.
In this month's Farm Market & Agritourism column, Penn State's Brian
Moyer advises farm market operators about common mistakes they can
make in marketing their produce. On page 44, Moyer advises operators
to consider data and analytics, how to properly employ mobile devices
and not ignore customer feedback while adapting to market changes.
Looking ahead to December, there are plenty of opportunities to learn
at the Great Lakes Fruit & Vegetable EXPO in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Turn to page 11 to learn more about educational sessions that will
discuss crop management. Here at VGN, we look forward to connecting
with you in Michigan in December! Feel free to email us if you'd like to
schedule time to meet.
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