The Fruit Growers News - November 2001


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November 2001
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Michigan grower Rob Steffens said that growers should continue to be cautious despite higher prices this season. Click here for the full story.

Pears in the Hood
Hood River growers branching out from d’Anjou as mainstay

Grower Proud of Standards Set by Michigan Cider Guild
Jim Koan, a grower of apples, organic vegetables, keeper of a herd of reindeer and seller of woodstoves is a busy man.

Apple Growers Anticipate Turnaround
Watch world supply, be cautious. As growers wrap up their harvest and begin the winter horticultural show season, they may be seeing fewer familiar faces. The apple industry is shrinking.

Eastern Apple Producers Pursue Central American Exports
Central American importers visit apple producing regions

Marketplace of Ideas
Government and Industry Effort
Can Keep our Food Safe

How We React to Adversity Defines Us

Question of the Month
Are you taking any additional food security
precautions in your operation?