U.S. tractor sales increased last month compared to 2020 while combine sales jumped 19.8 percent, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers monthly sales report. Combine sales posted the second …
Free Canine-Assisted ACP Scouting Available to Industry Members
Citrus industry members have a resource available to help combat the spread of Asian Citrus Psyllid (ACP) using detection dogs. Canine-assisted ACP scouting has shown to be more than 90 …
Type of Melons Known for Their Sweet, Enticing Flavor
The type of melons known for their sweet, enticing flavor and scent. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are two types of muskmelons that you can try …
Drought-Impacted Ranchers to Get Help for Feed Transportation Costs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be providing some relief to drought-impacted ranchers in the West and Great Plains. Assistance is being made available through adjustments made to the …
Growing Pine Nuts is Straightforward, with Patience and Space
How to grow your own nutty treat that’s been used in kitchens for thousands of years. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Growing your own pine nuts is …
Week in Review: Rally Against AB 616, New Pesticide Notification System Developing
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation has been provided with a budget of $10 million for the development of a statewide notification system. California Farm Bureau Federation brings industry members …
Drought Relief Waterbird Program Now Accepting Applications
Concerns regarding the condition of habitat for migratory birds have resulted in the development of the Drought Relief Waterbird Program. The California Department of Water Resources is supporting the program …
California Walnut Production Projected to Come Down 15 Percent
California walnut production is expected to decline by about 15 percent this year, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Walnut production is forecast at 670,000 tons, down from 785,000 …
Reemergence and Spread of Branched Broomrape Causes Concern
Instances of branched broomrape in California have been increasing in recent years, creating significant concern for growers. The weed has been showing up more frequently since 2017 in processing tomato …
Helpful Tips to Improve Your Chili Pepper Harvest
What you need to know to help improve your chili pepper harvest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Chilis bring the heat to your culinary dishes, and they’re …
California Dairies to Expect Letters from Central Valley Water Board
Western United Dairies (WUD) is letting California dairies know to be on the lookout for a letter from the Central Valley Water Board. The agency is working to sort out …
Industry Groups Weigh-In on Meat Processing Infrastructure
Several industry groups have submitted formal comments to help guide the future of meat processing in the U.S. The comments were submitted in response to a request for information from …
MSOB: Making Informed Choices About Biological Approaches
Having a clear understanding of how biologicals and biostimulants function helps maximize the efficacy of biological approaches. Negative experiences with biological products can sometimes be attributed to a lack of …
Week in Review: AB 616 Progress Causes Concern, High Expectations for Ag Exports
The California State Senate has approved AB 616, much to the dismay of several agricultural organizations. The recent trade forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture indicates high expectations for …