Winegrapes appear to be in for a bright growing season after substantial rains came through during the winter. After months of concerted efforts to mitigate flooding in the Tulare Lake …
Methane Emission Reduction Grants Available for Dairy and Livestock Producers
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has opened grant applications for commercial dairies and livestock operations to implement methane emission reduction measures. CDFA’s dairy and livestock methane programs …
FAA Rule Change for Farm Drones
There’s an FAA rule change for some farming operations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is making it easier to use drones for spraying crops. Arthur Erickson is the CEO and …
Kern County Farm Bureau Gets a New Executive Director
The Kern County Farm Bureau (KCFB) is getting a new Executive Director. Rachel Nettleton will be taking over the role, bringing with her a diverse background and wealth of experience. …
Federal Funding to Support Automating the Strawberry Industry
The California strawberry industry is getting some federal support to help advance automation efforts. The Cal Poly Strawberry Center, in partnership with the California Strawberry Commission and the U.S. Department …
California Crop Conditions Heading into July
A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that temperatures are heating up. The California Crop Progress and Condition report from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service also …
Ice Cream Still a Summertime Favorite
Americans continue to beat the summertime heat with foods from the freezer section. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Every year, many Americans beat the summertime heat with …
Week in Review: Strong Potential for Biologicals & Spotted Lanternfly Mitigation Plan Developed
A total of five biological products were part of the study conducted at the UC Research Farm in Shafter. The new spotted lanternfly mitigation strategy is detailed in a report …
Wet Winter Was a ‘Blessing’ for Winegrape Growers
Winegrape growers appear to be in for a bright growing season after substantial rains came through during the winter. An abundance of moisture can often be problematic for vineyards, providing …
New Irrigation Resource for California Producers Available from NCAT
The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) has a new irrigation resource for California producers. NCAT originally developed the guide 10 years ago. Updates to The California Microirrigation Pocket Guide …
Five-Year Plan to Address Spotted Lanternfly Concerns
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a five-year plan for addressing the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) pest. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service developed a Spotted Lanternfly Strategic …
USDA Approves Lab-Grown Chicken
Lab-grown chicken may soon be on the menu. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA gave two startup companies the go-ahead to sell the country’s first lab-grown …
Efforts to Strengthen CREP Value for Western Producers
Increasing accessibility for the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) is one of the priorities for the Almond Alliance of California in the upcoming farm bill. CREP is a component of …
Potential of Biofungicides in Combating Disease Pressure in Organic Carrots
Alternaria leaf blight continues to pose a significant challenge for organic carrot producers. UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) researchers have been trialing different materials for combatting disease pressures. The pathogen causes …