As farmers finish up their planting operations, applicators and growers are already thinking ahead. Farmers want to be as efficient as possible when it comes to tank mixing and applying …
Almond Board: Scouting Key to Weed Management
The Almond Board of California wants to help growers keep a well managed orchard floor. Scouting for weeds at this time of year can catch a problem before it starts. …
Crop Progress Around the State
Sabrina Hill gives us the crop progress report from around the state. Crop Progress Around the State Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – …
Kubota Tractor Corporation Named ‘Dealer’s Choice’ for Second Consecutive Year
TORRANCE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Kubota Tractor Corporation has received the number one rating and “Dealer’s Choice Award” among Tractor Manufacturers, according to the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) 2014 Dealer-Manufacturer …
USDA Helps Open and Expand Export Markets for U.S. Agriculture through 2014 Farm Bill Programs
2014 Funding Supports More than 60 Organizations; Applications Now Available for 2015 Export Development Programs WASHINGTON, April 16, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the U.S. Department …
Changes Coming to All Truck Models
The Obama administration announced in February an effort to significantly reduce emissions from the trucking industry. These guidelines will change how auto makers make all of their trucks, including light …
Antique Farm Equipment Show April 25-27
The International Agri-Center will host the 22nd Annual California Antique Farm Equipment Show, April 25-27, 2014 in Tulare, California. The event will showcase the agriculture industry’s heritage with a focus on …
Join the University of California in a One-Day Science Project on May 8th
On May 8, 2014, the University of California is asking the public to join its faculty, students, staff, 4-H volunteers, Master Gardeners and Master Food Preservers in a vast science …
Officials Considering PEDv Mandatory Reporting
The USDA is currently evaluating additional options for addressing porcine epidemic virus which may include mandatory reporting of outbreaks. The government is looking to better track the disease that has …
Sign-Up Begins Today for USDA Disaster Assistance Programs Restored by Farm Bill
More than 2,000 Farm Service Agency Offices Across the Country Stand Ready to Assist WASHINGTON, April 15, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that starting today, eligible farmers and …
Late Rains Could Mean Water Market Activity
The California Department of Water Resources will look at their updated water storage numbers this month that will include the late March and early April rainstorms. Those numbers could potentially …
Beet Curly Top Virus Updates
From CDFA: April 14, 2014–There was a small population of Beet Leafhoppers (BLH) in the Tumey Hills area. Counts were on average, 7-9 2nd and 3rd instar nymphs and 1-3 …
Livestock Producers Sign-up for USDA Assistance Programs Starts Tomorrow
Livestock producers can sign up for USDA Assistance programs starting tomorrow. California State Director of USDA Farm Service Directory Val Dolcini says they are expecting a lot of applications. Sign-up …
General Order Might Have Little Impact
Industry standards over the last 30 years may have farmers better prepared for the new Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program than they think. Donald Ikemiya of the Kaweah Basin Water Quality …