The Western Tree Nut Association has submitted comments to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CA/DPR) on the use of paraquat, emphasizing its importance as a broad-spectrum herbicide, especially in …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-24-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni discuss recent weather impacts on agriculture, …
APHIS Modifying Strategy to Combat the New World Screw Worm
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is modifying its strategy to combat the new world screw worm (NWS) by shifting sterile fly dispersal efforts to the northernmost outbreak …
Almond Update: Almond Board of California Hosts Regional Pest Identification Workshops
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is once again bringing back its regional field workshops, offering hands-on education for growers who want to refine their pest management strategies. The workshops, …
USDA Won’t Impose Ban Despite New Case of Mexican Screwworm
A new case of New World screwworm has been detected in a Mexican cow south of the U.S. border. Despite this, the USDA has confirmed that it will not impose …
CDFA/CAPCA Offering a Grant Program to Fund Pest Control Advisers in California
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), in collaboration with the California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA), is offering a grant program to fund pest control advisers in …
Agronomic Minute: Emergency Use Exemption Approved for Bactericide in Almond Orchards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) have granted a Section 18 emergency exemption for the use of Kasumin 2L, a bactericide containing …
The Growing Edge from Valent: Central Coast Growers Prepare for Spring Challenges
As Central Coast farmers transition from winter into early spring, managing disease, weeds, and pests remains a top priority. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, discussed key …
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-05-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer dive into the latest advancements in …
Valent Midwinter Strategies for Managing Pests and Weeds in Orchards
January is the time when orchard growers are preparing for the season ahead. Valent Field Market Development Specialist Todd Burkdoll provides pest and weed management steps that can help maintain …
APHIS and CDFA Expand Sweet Orange Scab Quarantine
The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) are expanding the quarantine for sweet orange scab (SOS) in Orange County, …
USDA/APHIS Uses Emergency Funding to Combat Exotic Fruit Fly Outbreaks
The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) will use $129.2 million in emergency funding to combat exotic fruit fly outbreaks, which threaten crops and trade. …
Beagle Brigade Secures the Nation’s Agricultural Gateways
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Beagle Brigade continues to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the country’s farms and crops from invasive pests. Deployed at major airports, border crossings, and …
CDPR Releases New Schedule for Pesticide Reevaluations Across California
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) has released its updated schedule for reevaluating certain pesticides registered in the state. Under state law, CDPR must continuously review pesticides to determine …