Strawberry Farmers: Come with Harvest CROO if you Want to Live

January 23, 2019 Sam Bloch, New Food Economy

A Florida-based technology company that’s been developing a strawberry-picking robot for years has finally started unveiling the product—first for news segments, and next month, with a demo for growers.

UF/IFAS-Developed ‘Florida Brilliance’ Shines on State’s Strawberry Industry

For years, University of Florida scientists looked for a few characteristics in a more desirable strawberry. Among those traits was a higher yield in November and December — the early part of the Florida season when prices are highest.

Berry People Expands Baja California Organic Strawberry Program

January 9, 2019 Berry People

Berry People has announced the start of its organic strawberry season from Baja California in Mexico, having recently completed a successful first year of operations.

FIU, Walmart Foundation to Help Farmers Respond to Changing Climate

With support from The Walmart Foundation, researchers in FIU’s College of Arts, Sciences & Education and the College of Business will conduct a thorough assessment of Florida’s tomato and strawberry production systems. They will evaluate the entire supply chain — from farmer to processor, distributor, retailer and consumer — to identify what works, what doesn’t, and why.