The importance of sampling and monitoring in almonds might be changing how peach twig borer should be handled.
Almond Board: A Holiday Card for the Almond Industry
The Almond Board of California has a unique holiday card this year. Sabrina Hill gets the details in this week’s Almond Update.
Self-Fertile Almond Proving Popular
A breed of almond is proving to be beneficial to pollinators and could increase yields.
Doing Your Homework on New Soil
Doing as much research as financially possible on lands before planting will pay off in the long run.
Analyzing Salt Stress in Vines
Researchers are finally getting a chance to find wine grape growers help for salt stress.
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review December 19
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, 2014 in review with Agriculture Secretary …
Almond Board: Almond Achievement Award
The Almond Board of California announced the 2014 Almond Achievement Award, which was presented to Dave Baker. Sabrina Hill has more.
Product Promotes Bee Activity
Products are emerging that will help pollinators and promote activity. The Almond Board of California recently released its best management practices guideline for honey bees, and at their 2014 annual …
Census of Horticulture Arriving in Mailboxes this Winter
As millions of Americans’ venture out to purchase a fresh cut Christmas tree or poinsettia this month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will be surveying …
Research Changing Tissue Sampling Location
Recent research presented at a sustainability expo in San Luis Obispo suggests many have been tissue sampling incorrectly.
Soil Sampling Changing with Drip Irrigation
Drip irrigation systems are changing how some common practices like soil sampling need to be done.
More Protection for Specialty Crops
More protection is available for crops that traditionally have been ineligible for federal crop insurance.
Falconry Tops for Bird Control
Falconry is an old form of pest control but is unrivaled when it comes to birds.
Biochar Possibilities for Small Producers
Biochar is a viable option for the everyday grower to produce.