…in pursuing their education. Undergraduate students and current high school seniors who have experience in raising and caring for small or large livestock, equine, or poultry, are eligible to apply…
First Phase of AEM Survey Project to Map Groundwater Supplies Gets Completed
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has completed its mapping project in all high-and-medium-priority groundwater basins in California. The Statewide Airborne Electromagnetic (AEM) Survey Project has encompassed helicopter-based technology to…
Ag Trade Caucus Urges Reduction of Trade Barriers Holding Back Producers
…tariffs, ensure science-based sanitary and phytosanitary regulations, and eliminate abuse of geographical indicators in the food sector. The Representatives highlighted the importance of global competitiveness for U.S. farmers and ranchers…
LandFlex Helping Improve Sustainable Groundwater Usage, But Needs Additional Support
…cover crops that are high yield, lower water using commodities to be irrigated by rain, surface water, and groundwater without exceeding the limit. Groupws partnering with the DWR to develop…
Over $770 Million To Be Invested in Rural Infrastructure Projects
…in 45 states, Puerto Rico, and the Northern Mariana Islands, focusing on high-speed internet, clean water, infrastructure, and economic growth. Many of the projects are being made possible through investments…
CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
…of high-quality products and services is matched only by the knowledge of our dedicated sales and service staff, many of whom have been with us for 15, 20 and over…
Funding Announced for Renewable Tech in Ag
…infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, tribal and high-poverty areas. Visit the Rural Data Gateway…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…as a rainy season or if it’s cool weather or high humidity, and knowing the past history of your field. Choose the correct fungicides to look at or use to…
Almond Matters: Proactive Measures for Disease Threats
…Todd Burkdoll advises growers to brace for challenges. The moisture combined with fairly warm temperatures creates an ideal environment for disease threats. With rainfall impeding field access, Burkdoll highlights the…
Taking a Measured Approach to New Raisin Varieties
…offers the prospect of producing higher yields. According to the USDA, it is comparable in size and quality to the Thompson Seedless, but is less labor intensive because it does…
Almond Update: Nutrient Summit Presentations Now Available
…delivered a presentation on Soil Preparation and Nutrient Amendments. She highlighted several considerations for growers to keep in mind when planting new almond trees. “The big ones, I would say,…
E.M. Tharp and World Ag Expo® “We Believe in Growing” Scholarship Winners Announced
(Tulare, CA/Feb. 13, 2024) — World Ag Expo® and E.M. Tharp, Inc. have teamed up again for the 17th annual “We Believe in Growing” scholarship, supporting area high school students…
Record Income Drop Expected, What Can Farmers Do?
…from $156 billion in 2023 to $116 billion in 2024. “Farm families are suffering through the same economic hardships as all families in America,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “High…
Agricultural Trade Caucus to Support Better Market Access and Improved Policy
…its competitiveness in the international arena. “Together, we are committed to ensuring new trade agreements are enforceable, high-standard deals that ensure fairness and expand new markets for the immense bounty…