A scholarship opportunity for undergraduate students who are passionate about agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and BASF have partnered for …
Week in Review: Second Straight Year of Almond Acreage Decline & Farm Bill Gets Extended
A recent report shows that California’s almond acreage experienced a substantial drop for the second consecutive year. In a decisive move to avert a government shutdown, the U.S. Senate overwhelmingly …
Disappointment in USMCA Panel Ruling on Canadian Dairy Policy
A recent ruling by a U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) dispute panel on November 24 has issued a disappointing decision for the U.S. dairy industry. The ruling allows Canada to maintain restrictions …
Report Confirms Second Straight Year of Decline in Almond Acreage
In a recent report delivered by Land IQ to the Almond Board of California (ABC), it has been unveiled that California’s almond acreage faced a substantial drop for the second …
Week in Review: Bad Year for Powdery Mildew & Red Tape Reduced on Sites Reservoir
It was the worst year in recent memory for powdery mildew. The Sites Reservoir Project has been certified by Governor Gavin Newsom as being an eligible project under Senate Bill …
One of the Worst Powdery Mildew Years in Recent Memory
Grape growers had a challenging season dealing with powdery mildew issues. BASF Technical Service Representative, Kevin Caffrey said it was one of the worst years in recent history. A major …
DPR Seeks Comment on Statewide Pesticide Notification System
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is seeking comment on a proposal for a statewide system to inform the public about planned applications of restricted material pesticides. The regulation …
Court Finds Prop 65 Glyphosate Warning Unconstitutional
A federal appeals court has determined that California’s glyphosate warning is unconstitutional. The ruling comes from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. California’s Proposition 65 requires warning …
Week in Review: New Beetle Confirmed in Multiple Crops & Good Year for California Rice
A new beetle for California growers to be aware of, Carpophilus truncatus, has been identified in both almond and pistachio orchards. Reports indicate that it has been a tumultuous year …
Daniel Hartwig to Take Helm as President of the California Fresh Fruit Association
In an announcement that marks a significant transition for the California Fresh Fruit Association (CFFA), Wayde Kirschenman, Chairman of the CFFA Board of Directors, revealed that Daniel Hartwig has been …
Shifting Consumer Demand for Dairy Foods Fuels Butterfat Boom
There’s a boom for butterfat. Find out why, coming up on This Land of Ours. The long-term demand trends for dairy products indicate butter, cheese and other full-fat dairy foods …
A ‘Wild Ride’ for Almond Growers Dealing with Pest and Disease Challenges
Reports indicate that it has been a tumultuous year for almond growers. The rollercoaster ride began with an abundance of snow and rain, a blessing that soon turned into a …
Nearly Double the Acreage for California Rice Farmers This Year
California rice farmers are celebrating a robust harvest, thanks largely to water availability, according to Tim Johnson, President and CEO of the California Rice Commission. Johnson expressed his satisfaction, stating, …
Conservation Investments Highlighted at California Dairy
Conservation investments made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) were recently highlighted at an event at Maddox Dairy in Riverdale, California. During a visit to the farm, USDA Under …