Asian citrus psyllid detections in the Central Valley spiked in the wrong direction last year but experts believe that is manageable and expected. Since 2016, the amount of ACP detections …
Industry Members Discouraged by Blueberry Investigation Verdict
The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) issued a verdict on the recent blueberry investigation. USITC found that imports of fresh, chilled, and frozen blueberries were not sufficiently detrimental to U.S. …
Applications Being Accepted for Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards
Applications are being accepted for the 7th annual California Green Medal. California vineyards and wineries are encouraged to apply for the 2021 California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards. Applications for the …
Week in Review: Positive Trends in Winegrape Planting, Conservation Practices Prove Their Value
The industry has been making progress in addressing market imbalances with a reduction in winegrape planting. A recent study from the Natural Resources Conservation Service shows how effective conservation practices …
NASDA Seeks More Flexibility for Specialty Crop Block Grants
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is asking for additional flexibility when it comes to Specialty Crop Block Grants. NASDA has sent a letter to U.S. Acting …
Bloom Nutrition Essential for Having a Successful Nut Set
Almond growers around the state have their minds set on the pending bloom period. One of the critical components of getting a successful nut set is proper bloom nutrition. Wilbur …
Positive Movement in California Winegrape Planting Trends
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 …
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 …