…values. Plus, changes will soon take effect for user fees connected to USDA efforts to protect our borders from pest and plant disease threats. Tune in for these news stories,…
Farm Bill Proposals Support Citrus Industry with HLB Funding
The farm bill frameworks from the U.S. House and Senate Agriculture Committees include specific funding for combating Huanglongbing (HLB). Both frameworks continue funding the Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension…
Almond Matters: Staying Ahead of Mite Concerns
…start the week have created an environment that is conducive to disease development. “After a rain event like this, I think it mandates some type of fungicide application to keep…
Farm Bill Frameworks Receiving Significant Industry Support
…citrus industry, as both frameworks support the Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension Program with $25 million annually. This funding is seen as crucial in sustaining efforts to find a…
USDA Seeks to Reduce Chicken-Related Salmonella Outbreaks
…the product not reaching the internal temperature needed to destroy Salmonella. Despite FSIS’ and industry’s efforts to improve labeling, these products continue to be associated with Salmonella illness outbreaks. The Centers for Disease…
Mandatory HPAI Testing for Cattle Crossing State Lines
…and state veterinarians. Positive results from diagnostic tests must be promptly reported to USDA APHIS. This reporting requirement enhances disease surveillance and facilitates swift responses to outbreaks. It is meant…
Additional Funding to Support Citrus Breeding Program
…in a press release. The program aims to develop high-quality citrus selections suitable for California’s growing conditions, consumer preferences, and disease resistance. The expansion complements the existing USDA Agricultural Research…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…impact the crop’s overall health? A: Protecting your crop with a fungicide is going to help protect the crop from disease and mitigate the growth and potential spread of that…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…a new ranch just coming up with that tentative program to make sure that their fungicide program is going to cover any diseases or pathogens to reduce crop loss and…
Almond Matters: Rotating Fungicides in Disease Management Programs
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., disease management programs are being deployed in orchards. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll emphasizes the need…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…selecting a fungicide. Q: Lindee, what should be considered when we’re selecting fungicides for crops? A: When selecting the fungicides for their operation, it’s important to consider what specific diseases…
HPAI Infection Found in Ohio Dairy Cattle
…the livestock began showing clinical signs compatible with sick, lactating dairy cows in other states. USDA, Food and Drug Administration, the Centers for Disease Control, and state veterinary health officials…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…resistance. Q: Lindee, what are some causes of fungicide resistance? A: The causes can be a factor of things. It could be the severity of the disease, not rotating your…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…stay in contact with your neighbors to see what they’re seeing in the field and if you guys have similar issues. Each area is specific to certain pathogens or disease…