Fertilizer prices have been on an upward trend over the past year. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has further complicated the global market. A major commodity rally in corn and soybeans, sanctions …
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 03-07-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farming groups filing a complaint with FTC over the right to repair, the …
Cover Crop Initiative Deadline Extended Through March 10
Producers still have an opportunity to sign up for a special cover crop initiative that is being offered through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s …
Golden State Dairy Management Conference Scheduled for March 23 in Modesto
The 2022 Golden State Dairy Management Conference is coming up on Wednesday, March 23. Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Jennifer Heguy said they are looking forward to seeing everyone at the …
Some Benefits of Becoming an Oat Farmer
Some of the benefits of becoming an oat farmer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Oats are a nutrient-rich grain that makes a wonderful meal not only for …
Week in Review: Snowpack Well Below Average & Ag Impacts from Biden Address
The third snow survey of the season conducted by the Department of Water Resources reflected two consecutive months of largely dry conditions. During President Biden’s State of the Union address, …
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 03-04-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers aspects of the Farm Bill Title 1 hearing, a preliminary report on the …
Using a Multi-Step Approach to Mitigate Weeds on the Farm
Using a multi-step approach to mitigate weeds on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Tackling weeds requires a multi-step approach. The first step is to identify …
House Ag Hearing to Review Farm Bill
The House Agriculture Committee held a hearing this week to review the farm bill and get perspectives from commodity groups on Title I. Title I Provides support for major commodity …
Almond Update: Industry Members Encouraged to Serve on Board of Directors
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is holding elections for its Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 crop year. Those interested in serving will have until April 1 to submit …
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 03-03-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the potential of a prolonged fertilizer disruption, a new program to boost tech …
Ukraine Invasion Implications for American Agriculture
Ukraine invasion by Russian forces is creating significant turmoil in grain prices and uncertainty within the fertilizer industry. Fertilizer is a significant agricultural export for Russia, which represents approximately one-fifth …
Understanding Weeds Help with Your Plan to Eradicate Them
How understanding weeds will help with your plan to eradicate them. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There’s an incredible variety of weeds out there and most fall …
New Program to Boost Tech Solutions in Fresh Produce Industry
Solutions to current challenges in the fresh produce industry could already be developed, but used in a different industry. International Fresh Produce Association has launched the Fresh Field Catalyst program. …