Starting off strong, if you're born in January, lemons are your ideal birth month fruit tree. Paris Lalicata, head of plant education, tells me that lemon often holds its fruit through winter, ...

Mechanical harvesting of fruit trees represents a transformative approach to modern orchard management. By applying controlled vibrational excitations, these systems selectively detach ripe fruit ...

Hikers and other rural foragers welcome fall as a time of the year when persimmons are plentiful. The key to a successful wildcrafting experience, however, is making sure the persimmons gathered are ...

Orcharding requires effort, but the resulting yields of fresh fruit make it all worthwhile. One of the most important aspects of growing fruit trees is pruning. This applies to large commercial and ...

As the world shifts towards plant-based diets, finding diverse protein sources has become a growing trend. Among the many options available, one fruit stands out for its surprising protein content, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The quandong’s fruit appear intensely blue, but without ...

Remember our long chilly spring, when we were wondering if summer would ever come? Well, welcome to August, where the heat just keeps coming. There are still plenty of plant-related activities listed ...

At the end of August I get the call. “The apricots are ready,” my mom says excitedly. I grab a few buckets, jump in my car, and drive the 100 or so miles from my home in Dillon, Colorado, to her place ...

As a dietitian, I often hear concerns about fruit — especially its sugar content. Many people tell me they avoid fruit to cut back on sugar. While it’s important to be mindful of added sugars, the ...