…local Board members of ABC,” Hillman explained. “So not only will growers have a chance to ask questions and talk to Clarice, but there will be several Board members at…
USDA Organic Transition Program Celebrates First Year
…that are partnering with others to provide technical assistance and support for transitioning and existing organic farmers. USDA Undersecretary Jenny Lester Moffitt says the program offers several benefits for growers….
Economists Discuss Additional Revenue Streams in Agriculture
…Corn Growers Association (NCGA) Lead Economist, Krista Swanson said a new type of aviation fuel is one stream. Krista Swanson NCGA Lead Economist “Our market development action team recently had…
AgNet Weekly: Tomato Suspension Agreement Pt 2
…Florida Tomato Exchange, on why the organization wants the agreement terminated and what it could mean for growers. Last week we heard from Lance Jungmeyer, President of the Fresh Produce…
‘Unprecedented’ Lygus Problems for Cotton Growers
Lygus problems were particularly challenging for California cotton growers this season. President and CEO of the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association, Roger Isom noted that it is the worst…
Almond Update: Pest Management in Almonds to Be Highlighted at CAPCA Conference
…of PCAs can ultimately provide tremendous value to growers. “Being able to communicate with pest control advisors about the latest topics, what they’re seeing, and tell them some of the…
Lawmakers Seek Fresh Produce Procurement Reform
…commodities are available within TEFAP. The Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act seeks to partner the USDA with a broad spectrum of growers and fresh produce distributors, moving away from a…
AgNet Weekly: Tomato Suspension Agreement Pt 1
…effects on U.S. growers. But this week, we’ll start with the interview Sabrina did first, which is with Lance Jungmeyer, President of the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas. The…
New Crop Insurance Program for Controlled Environments
…– Zoom October 10 2:30 PM CDT Meeting Registration – Zoom In-Person Sessions WHEN WHERE October 12, 2023 9:00 AM EDT Michigan Greenhouse Growers Council DCI Propagators 7073 40th Avenue Hudsonville,…
First HLB Detection in Ventura Prompts Quarantine
…areas and affected trees have since been removed. The quarantine restricts the sale and movement of host nursery stock within a five-mile radius. Commercial citrus growers in the affected zone…
Week in Review: Potential Calamity for California Citrus & Expanding Opportunities for Almonds
President of the California Citrus Quality Council, Jim Cranney said Egyptian oranges and tangerines would be problematic for California growers. President and CEO of the Almond Alliance, Aubrey Bettencourt highlighted…
Citrus Thrips Take a Toll on California Production
California growers are seeing some significant damage due to citrus thrips this season. Cooperative Extension Area Citrus IPM Advisor, Sandipa Gautam told AgNet West that the pest has been more…
Pistachio Production Poised for Significant Gains in Coming Years
Pistachio production is expected to experience significant growth over the next 10 years, according to a recent report commissioned by American Pistachio Growers (APG). Acreage in California is projected to…
Almond Update: Nominations Being Accepted for Industry Achievement Awards
…on the almond industry. The Almond Technical Achievement Award is a more all-encompassing award for those involved in supporting growers through innovation and production practices. Last year’s winner was Paul…