Congressman David Valadao Introduction of new drought-related legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives keeps the issue “front and center” in Washington, according to the president of the California Farm…
CAPCA Announces New CEO/President
…with the orders. Prior to his six years with raisins, Mr. Schulz managed the International Agri-Center, Inc. and the World AG Expo in Tulare from 1990-2005. The World AG Expo…
Making the Propane Choice Easy
New propane irrigation engines that have hit the market over the last five years have challenged the classic diesel brands. Making the Propane Choice Easy Educating farmers on the potential…
Collaboration with Federal and State Agencies, Rice Growers and Industry Further Protect Endangered Salmon and Steelhead Trout
…action was a result of litigation brought against EPA and NOAA Fisheries by the Washington Toxics Coalition (WTC) and the Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides (NCAP). NOAA Fisheries’ final…
Mapping Tool has Multiple Uses
Saving time and money is a benefit of the new SprinklerMaps software. Mapping Tool has Multiple Uses SprinklerMaps software lets users log and document irrigation systems online using Google Maps….
Less Puddles Mean Less Pollination
Efficient irrigation has eliminated the standing water in orchards that bees desperately need. Less Puddles Means less Pollination The lack of puddles on almond grounds is making it difficult for…
Precision Mapping with GPS
SprinklerMaps is a new program that will allow growers to log all their irrigation information online using Google maps. The software works with the popular online mapping tool and users…
Ranching and California’s Drought Workshop and Webcast
…California and speakers from the National Drought Mitigation Center, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration and United States Department of Agriculture will discuss what the National Drought Monitor means for ranchers, how…
Almond Board Congratulates UC Davis Researchers on Water Conservation Award
…Almond Board has funded 79 irrigation research projects. That research has led to advances in farming methods including micro-irrigation and irrigation scheduling, among others. Over the past two decades, California…
Irrigation Mapping with Common Web Tool
Now there’s an easy way to log irrigation using a familiar tool. Irrigation Mapping with Common Web Tool Mike D’Ascanio is the head Sports Turf Groundskeeper at UC San Diego….
Farmers and Ranchers Encouraged to Make Their Voices Heard
…ended on Aug. 1, 2014. Eligible voters who do not receive ballots in the coming week may pick one up at their local USDA Service Center or FSA office. The…
USDA Announces $29 Million to Provide Housing for Farmworkers
…private patios, washer/dryers, dishwashers, a community center, a garden, playgrounds and a computer lab. For some residents, this will be their first home with carpets. President Obama’s historic investments in…
Almond Board: Education Units Available at Annual Conference
The Almond Board of California is hosting its annual conference December 9-11 at the Sacramento Convention Center. The conference again is set to have a full slate of symposiums with…
USDA to Provide $4 Million for Honey Bee Habitat
…which provide some data essential for research by the other agencies. For more on technical and financial assistance available through conservation programs, visit www.nrcs.usda.gov/GetStarted or a local USDA service center….