U.S. officials are moving forward in addressing a dairy dispute related to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). A dispute settlement panel has been requested and established to review actions taken by …
Just a Few Helpful Tips for Growing Great Strawberries
Some helpful tips for growing great strawberries. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Aside from good soil, steady water, and six-plus hours of sun a day, there are a …
PD/GWSS Board Supports Project to Develop Powdery Mildew Resistance in Grapevines
The Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-winged Sharpshooter (PD/GWSS) Board has approved more than $2.1 million in funding for a dozen research projects. A project out of Oregon State University looks to evaluate the …
Week in Review: Mill Assessment Increase Concerns & Shifting Trends in California Citrus
The Western Agricultural Processors Association has voiced concerns about the proposed mill assessment increase, detailing the challenges a tiered system would create for farmers. Shifting consumer trends have helped dictate …
Common Mistakes to You Need to Avoid When Raising Sheep
Some common mistakes to avoid when raising sheep. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When it comes to raising sheep – or any kind of livestock, for that …
MSOB: Biocontrol Treatment Mitigates HLB Symptoms
Huanglongbing (HLB) continues to be an issue for citrus growers, but a biocontrol treatment shows promise in combatting symptoms. Using a benign strain of Xylella fastidiosa bacteria in infected trees …
New Cost Study Available for Organic Alfalfa Hay
A new cost study tool has been released looking at the costs and returns of organic alfalfa production in California. With about 900 million pounds of organic milk produced in …
VofV: Moving Technology Forward Through Teamwork
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 …
Natural Ways to Keep Some Bothersome Bugs at Bay
Some natural ways to keep some bothersome bugs at bay. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Instead of spraying the whole yard with toxic pesticides in order to enjoy …
New Testing Method Could Enable Earlier Diagnosis of HLB
A new test involving CRISPR technology could help with early diagnosis of Huanglongbing (HLB). A study recently published in the journal Phytopathology details how a new diagnostic test can detect the HLB …
Farm Groups Gather to Discuss Cattle Market Concerns
An array of agricultural groups met in Phoenix, Arizona last week to go over challenges facing the U.S. cattle market. The meeting was held at the request of the Livestock …
Salmonella Outbreak Report Points to Adjacent Land Use
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a report on the largest Salmonella outbreak in more than 10 years. Federal and state agencies investigated the outbreak between June …
Week in Review: Mixed Reviews to Newsom Budget, Transport Woes for Ag Exports
The latest budget revision from Governor Gavin Newsom will bring additional support to California’s farmers and ranchers but does not adequately address water issues. Agricultural producers are facing more transportation …
How You Can Grow an Avocado Tree from the Pit
How to grow an avocado tree from the pit. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. While it takes a lot of patience to grow an avocado tree, about five …