Recent research presented at a sustainability expo in San Luis Obispo suggests many have been tissue sampling incorrectly.
Soil Sampling Changing with Drip Irrigation
Drip irrigation systems are changing how some common practices like soil sampling need to be done.
Biochar Possibilities for Small Producers
Biochar is a viable option for the everyday grower to produce.
Profitable and Challenging Almond Industry
The almond industry is coming off one of its biggest years yet faces some even bigger issues.
Brown Administration Opposes Federal Drought Legislation
Writing on behalf of the State of California, California Natural Resources Agency Secretary John Laird today issued a formal opposition letter to HR5781. The text of the letter is pasted …
CFBF Annual Meeting: Monterey County Executive Director on Water Issues
The theme for this year’s California Farm Bureau Federation annual meeting is Ag in the Crosshairs. Sabrina Hill talks with Monterey County Farm Bureau Executive Director Norm Groot about what …
Well Digging in Central Valley
Well drilling continues around the state as growers look at what next year might hold.
Timing of Drought Stress Important
If you are forced to expose your crops to drought stress there might be one time better than the other.
EPA Helps California’s Redwood Valley County Water District Prepare for a Changing Climate
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is helping the Redwood Valley County Water District, in Mendocino County, Calif. assess the risks they face from climate change and to take actions that …
What is SIP Certified?
You may have seen the SIP Certified logo the last time you were buying wine at the store.
Bee-Friendly Flowers Take Little Resources
Available flower seeds for almond growers to help with pollination are designed for low maintenance.
Drought Year Causing Research Uncertainties
Drought conditions are complicating some research projects.
Less Puddles Mean Less Pollination
Efficient irrigation has eliminated the standing water in orchards that bees desperately need.
Farm Leader Welcomes Passage of Water Bond
Passage of the water bond, Proposition 1, in Tuesday’s election confirms that Californians are ready and willing to invest in water projects for their future needs, according to California Farm …