The Virtual 2020 Almond Conference is next week and the Almond Board of California has confirmed some well-known and highly respected names to headline their general sessions. ABC’s Senior Director …
USDA Updates Payment Limitation and Payment Eligibility Rule
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency recently published an update to the Payment Limitation and Payment Eligibility rule. Changes were initially made to the rule back in …
Almond Matters: 2021 Crop Preparations
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers are working on making all the necessary 2021 crop preparations. Taking appropriate action early in the season can mitigate the …
Prop 15 Failure Fueled by Rural Counties
Prop 15 failed on the November ballot and it was primarily due to rural county votes. Proposition 15 would have changed property taxes from being based on the purchase price …
Less Than 10 Days Left to Apply for Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2
There are less than 10 days left to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2). The program provides direct relief to producers who continue to encounter challenges …
OGS Grower Roundtable Coming Up Next Week
The Organic Produce Network (OPN) is hosting an online event in lieu of its annual Organic Grower Summit (OGS). The virtual event is scheduled for Wednesday, December 9 at 10 a.m. …
Beet Curly Top Virus in Tomatoes Somewhat Manageable in 2020
It appears that beet curly top virus in tomatoes was somewhat manageable for California growers in 2020. Vegetable crops Farm Advisor for Fresno County, Tom Turini explained that the virus …
Importance of Grape Crush Report During Heavy Wildfire Year
Determining the data for the annual grape crush report could be a little complicated this year. The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) issues the Grape Crush Report every year and …
Almond Update: Being Thankful in a Tumultuous Year
It may be hard to reflect on 2020 tomorrow and identify some things you are thankful for. Almond Board of California President and CEO Richard Waycott agrees but said there …
Applications Being Accepted for Sustainable Groundwater Management Grants
Applications are being accepted for Sustainable Groundwater Management (SGM) grants. The final proposal solicitation package has been released for the Proposition 68 SGM Grant Program. A total of $26 million is …
Proposed Mitigation Measures for 1, 3-D Soil Fumigants
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is currently in discussion with four counties regarding mitigation measures for 1, 3-D soil fumigants. DPR is working with county agricultural commissioners in …
Agriculture Labor Keeping Leaders Engaged During Administration Transition
A change in the White House is not a ‘wait and see’ situation for agricultural groups looking at agricultural labor. The transition period is ramping up as the Biden-Harris administration prepares for …
Ag Sec. Perdue Shares Ag Trade Wins
United States Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue spoke to the members of National Association of Farm Broadcasting last week during their annual convention. The Secretary discussed a variety of …
Annual Fall Desert Crops Workshop Coming Up in December
The University of California Cooperative Extension Imperial County will be hosting the 31st Annual Fall Desert Crops Workshop as two webinars on December 3 and 10. Each of the two webinars are scheduled …