…and growers to optimize crop yields and ensure sustainability in agriculture. Jeffrey Shaw, Bee Hero’s Director of Research, highlighted the importance of honeybees in pollination. “One in every three bites…
USDA Grant Fuels Automation Research for Nursery Growers
…profitability and sustainability,” Marble said. The project will study automation technologies’ economic feasibility and usability, focusing on herbicide, pesticide, and fertilizer applications. Led by North Carolina State University, the five-year…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 11-18-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today, we continue the discussion on what the election could mean for agriculture. We also talk about sustainability with the…
Sustainable Vineyards Expand in California
DepositPhotos image Courtesy Sustainability in Practice Certified® program Twelve vineyards in California have joined the Sustainability in Practice (SIP) Certified® program, bringing over 2,500 acres of environmentally responsible, socially equitable,…
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
…of continued investment, noting that organic farming research not only supports economic growth but also addresses climate change and improves sustainability for the broader agricultural community. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA), Anya Raudabaugh with Western United Dairies, Joe Choperena from Sustainable Conservation, and almond grower Bret Sill. Each will provide insight on strategies and programs that help…
New Biochar Facility to Repurpose Almond Shells for Sustainability
DepositPhotos image Treehouse California Almonds has announced a partnership with biochar producer Sitos Group to launch a $9 million biochar manufacturing facility in Delano, California. This 25,000-square-foot facility will be…
FIRA USA Brings Agricultural Robotics to California
…improve sustainability. Gabe Youtsey, Chief Innovation Officer at UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, described the conference’s unique approach. “We demonstrate [the technologies] in the real world by growing a vegetable…
Automation Takes Center Stage at FIRA USA Event
…year at the Yolo County Fairgrounds near Sacramento, California, the event highlights solutions designed to improve efficiency and sustainability, particularly for specialty crop production. Paul Welbig, Director of Precision Technology…
Vineyard Team Announces 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo Program Lineup
…training techniques on vine health, scheduled for November 11. Chandra Krintz (University of Santa Barbara) exploring digital tools for sustainability on November 12. Stephanie Bolton (Lodi Wine) and Lisa Finke…
Applications Now Open for OFRF’s 2025 Farmer-Led Trials Program
…testing new practices, inputs, crop varieties, or animal breeds to improve both profitability and sustainability. The program is open to all organic or transitioning farmers, and OFRF encourages organizations supporting…
New Fungicide, Axios 20SC, Offers Almond Growers Disease Control and Sustainability
California almond growers have a new tool to fight disease this season. Axios 20SC, a newly registered fungicide, promises both effective control and environmental sustainability. According to Katie Driver, Technical…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 10-09-24
…us to talk about the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance and the needs for Specialty Crops in the next farm bill. Some concerns include improving the economic sustainability of growers…
California Dairy Sustainability Summit Announces Farm-Focused Event for 2025
DepositPhotos image The California Dairy Sustainability Summit will host a new, farmer-focused event on March 25, 2025, at the Visalia Convention Center. The one-day Farm Focus conference will help California…