Commercial Horticulture

Covers insects and diseases, irrigation and nutrition, organic production, pesticides and alternatives, weather, soil, and more. Identifies research-based information about extension activities in planting, growing and harvesting fruits and nuts.

Organizes information about USDA insurance programs for America's farmers and ranchers. Includes insurance calculators, local office locators, fact sheets and program overview.

Verifies, by a third-party auditor, that a winery or vineyard implements sustainable practices. Arranges information about sustainable practices for wine grape growers, including workbooks and workshops.

Provides high value information and technical assistance to farmers, ranchers, extension agents, educators, and others involved in sustainable agriculture in the United States.

Provides economic analyses and data on vegetables and pulses for the fresh market and for processing use.

Brings together various tools for grading, certification, auditing, inspection, and laboratory analysis that help promote and communicate quality, and wholesomeness to consumers.

Contains data and analysis of U.S. supply, demand, prices, and trade for fresh, and processing fruit, and tree nuts.

Describes all the USDA-sponsored farm loan programs which can be used to purchase land, livestock, equipment, feed, seeds and other inputs, buildings, and other farm improvements.

Provides grades and standards information for producers of fruits and vegetable crops. Includes inspection instructions, visual aids, and grades and procurement of USDA fruits and vegetables.

Lists USDA assistance programs for America's farmers resulting from drought, flood, fire, freeze, tornadoes, pest infestation, and other calamities.