…San Luis Obispo County Director Mary Bianchi says water quality is a major concern as the drought continues. Most growers don’t have the luxury of proper leaching programs and Bianchi…
Senate Water Bill Introduction is Welcomed News for Multiple Water Agencies
…both the House and Senate to find a reasonable solution that will benefit our great State.” –Don Peracchi, Chairman of the Board, Westlands Water District “The South Valley Water Association…
The Western View: Processed Food
Should you trust your processed food? The Western View: Processed Food A recent survey shows that these days people don’t trust their food. They are scrutinizing labels like never before….
Proving Sustainability Sometimes Just Paperwork
…Dibuduo says a lot of their growers operate in this way already, they just don’t have the paperwork. Dibuduo says he fully supports being good stewards of the land and…
Western View: Illegal Marijuana Grow Sites in the Forests
…businesses can’t grow near enough to fill the demand. Criminals can, because there is big money in it and they don’t have to follow the rules – instead, they set…
Nitrogen Management Training for Growers
…certification training class for growers who don’t want to rely on crop advisors when it comes to their nutrient management. Monk says the certification will be based off of the…
Neighboring Crops Increasing Cotton Pest Pressures
…Bob Hutmacher says a lot of attention has been devoted to finding a way to keep those lygus populations in those fields so they don’t migrate to neighboring cotton. He…
Almond Board: Steps to Take Before Harvest
…leveling their orchard floor. He says to get it as smooth as possible, and be sure to avoid creating any spots where puddles can form – so the almonds don’t…
The Western View: It’s Summer and Sabrina’s AWOL
…it gets too hot, then watch the grapes and almonds grow, drink plenty of water and stay in the shade – and I don’t really envy those easterners for their…
House Water Bill Introduction Praised
…regions of the state. The district looks forward to working with both the House and the Senate to advance common-sense solutions that serve the interests of all Californians.” Don Peracchi,…
The Western View: COOL Repeal
Don’t take COOL away. The Western View: COOL Repeal Country Of Origin Labeling – or COOL for short – shouldn’t be controversial. Any farmer can tell you that the United…
Social Media Water Campaign #MoreDamStorage
…lies squarely on the shoulders of our politicians,” says Greg Musson, President of Gar Tootelian Inc. “You don’t need a very big crystal ball to predict the result of doubling…
The Western View: Google U
…The Internet is home to saints and sinners alike, and search engines lump them all together and bring them right to your computer. Don’t get me wrong, I love Google….
Keep Beef in Your Lean, Low Fat Diet
Why experts say we don’t have to give up beef to have a lean – low fat diet. Cathy Isom has more. Keep Beef in Your Diet For more tips…