The first assessments of groundwater sustainability plans (GSPs) have been released by the California Department of Water Resources. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is expecting to hit a record for …
VofV: Getting Ag Technology Across The Finish Line
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find …
Best Type of Hay to Buy Depends on the Animals Being Fed
The best type of hay to buy depending on the animals your feeding. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Animals can tolerate different types of hay. For example, Cattle …
MSOB: Delivering Biological Materials Through Bee Vectoring
The process for dispersing biological materials using bees is known as entomovectoring, or bee vectoring. UC Cooperative Extension Entomology and Biologicals Advisor, Dr. Surendra Dara has been exploring the process …
Research Looks at Grapevine Red Blotch Virus Effects on Wine Quality
One of the research projects being funded by the Pierce’s Disease Glassy Winged Sharpshooter (PD/GWSS) Board is taking a closer look at grapevine red blotch virus. The three-year project based …
Lemon Demand Growing, But Domestic Producers Face Challenges
Market conditions for lemons have been trending in a positive direction in recent years. However, there are still come obstacles for California producers to reap the benefits of increased demand. …
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
A new cover crop program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture offers a premium benefit for producers covered by most crop insurance policies. The Pandemic Cover Crop Program (PCCP) is …
Successful Rice Planting Season Despite Drop in Acreage
Rice planting season has just wrapped up for California growers. Although there was a significant decline in rice acreage planted this year, planting season went off largely without issue. Spokesperson …
Cattle Market Concerns Outlined for Lawmakers
Industry groups are calling on lawmakers to take action on several cattle market concerns. Led by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), dozens of industry groups have sent a letter …
Week in Review: Pallet Shortage Problems & Lt. Governor Hears Farm Water Concerns
Pallet shortages are adding to the list of transportation challenges facing the food and agriculture industry, as growers and shippers struggle to keep up with demand. Several industry leaders recently …
VofV: Agtech Journey Can Begin Anywhere
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find …
Plant Things That Keep Bees Coming Back for More
How to plant things that will keep bees coming back for more. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Bees are one of our most valuable pollinators, responsible for pollinating …
MSOB: Improving Soil Health Supports Beneficial Nematodes
Nematodes are everywhere, and growers are most familiar with parasitic nematodes that create significant damage in cropping systems. However, Post-Doctoral Researcher with Oregon State University, Ashley Shaw said that certain …
Agricultural Groups Concerned by Proposed Tax Policy
The Tax Aggie Coalition has voiced concerns about the proposed changes to federal tax policy. More than 40 national and regional agricultural organizations comprise the coalition. A letter was sent …