The industry has been making progress in addressing market imbalances with a reduction in winegrape planting. Allied Grape Growers (AGG) has released its latest grapevine nursery survey detailing planting trends …
Autonomous Weeders Showing Promise in Lettuce Fields
Research evaluating the value of autonomous weeders is yielding positive results in Salinas Valley. The weeders were deployed in lettuce fields and were judged on their ability to address weeds …
ARS Scientists Look At Potential of Various Microbes to Fight Disease in Carrots
Researchers have begun work looking at microbes that may help to combat diseases in carrots. A team of university and Agricultural Research Service scientists have reported on some of their …
AgSafe Digital Conference INNOVATE Begins February 15
The AgSafe digital conference INNOVATE will begin on February 15 and run through February 25. The inaugural virtual event opens with a state of the industry and commencement of the …
Participation in U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol May Bring Added Benefits to Growers
Participation in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol may provide some added benefits for growers moving forward. The program sets sustainability standards for cotton growers and provides measurable data on stewardship …
Exotic, Peculiar Looking Melon with a Unique Flavor
An exotic and peculiar looking melon with a unique flavor that you can grow in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Kiwano Melon has a …
Week in Review: Snowpack Below Average, Wineries Face Statewide Wastewater Rule
California experienced some important snowpack increases but levels are still below average according to the most recent snow survey. A new set of winery wastewater guidelines will be imposed on …
Stakeholder Meetings to Look at Climate Change Solutions in Agriculture
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is hosting a series of stakeholder meetings this month to look at climate change solutions in agriculture. CDFA hopes to hear from …
California and Denmark Sign MOU on Climate Smart Dairy Collaboration
California has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Denmark focused on climate solutions within the dairy sector. The MOU signed by the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries …
2020 Was ‘Banner Year’ for Organic Produce Sales
Organic produce sales experienced significant overall growth in 2020, according to a report from the Organic Produce Network (OPN) and Category Partners. The 2020 Organic Produce Performance Report shows that …
How to Enjoy a Herb and Vegetable Garden Indoors
How to enjoy a garden indoors. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you don’t have access to outdoor space for a garden, try starting your own garden indoors. …
Applications Being Accepted for California Agricultural Leadership Program
Applications are now being accepted for Class 51 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP). More than 1,300 individuals have participated in CALP from the California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF). …
MSOB: Not All Biopesticides Safe for Beneficials
Just because a biopesticide is naturally derived, it doesn’t mean they are safe for beneficial insects. There are many biopesticides on the market and the class that includes microbials are generally …
Put the Brakes on Some Pesky Little Diggers in the Garden
How to put the brakes on some pesky little diggers in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Whenever you see rounded, raised ridges of soil running across …