…with CAWG about smoke exposure for grapes. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July…
Agriculture Seeks Federal Support for Coronavirus Worker Protection
…California-based commodity groups and cooperatives. The signatories note that coronavirus worker protection could be more effective with increased cooperative outreach to rural communities to reduce exposure risks outside of the…
Glass Fire: Another Fire Already Impacting California Winegrapes
California winegrape industry leaders are adding another fire to the list for 2020. During a smoke exposure interview with AgNet West, Allied Grape Growers President Jeff Bitter said the newly…
‘So Far, So Good’ For The 2020 California Rice Harvest
…to happen.” Unlike some other crops that are negatively affected by smoke exposure in terms of quality, rice is only being affected by the timeline for harvest. Rice kernels are…
Wine Industry Calling for Extension of Disaster Relief Due to Wildfires
…about smoke exposure. Without a market, these grape growers are forced to abandon their fruit in the vineyard.” The letter was addressed to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and…
Week in Review: CFAP 2 Signups Underway, Growers Work Through Smoke Challenges
…of smoke coming from the wildfires. Researchers are looking to get a better understanding of Huanglongbing issues through an organic survey. All of the top agricultural news can be found…
California Walnuts: “The Crop Looks Good”
…just been such a struggle finishing these crops too with the late stuff that likes a little more sunlight and heat because of the smoke cover we’ve had in the…
Industry Groups Appreciate Increased Crop Coverage for Coronavirus Assistance
…The updated program now includes winegrapes, table grapes, raisins, pima cotton, and others. “We are extremely pleased with the announcement by the U.S Department of Agriculture that winegrape growers are…
Fresno County Grape Growers Press On Amidst Smokey Conditions
…amount of smoke in the San Joaquin Valley. Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobsen described how growers are faring amidst the adverse conditions created by the wildfires. “Our farmers…
Making Sense of Biologicals: Protecting Grape Pruning Wounds From Disease
Grape pruning is something growers do every season. It’s a natural part of producing healthy grapes. Growers also know that the wounds created by that pruning can become a big…
Week in Review: Smoke Challenges for Winegrapes, Warming Temperatures to Change CA Production
Another series of wildfires in California is again creating issues for winegrape growers in relation to smoke exposure. Warming temperatures in the state are projected to have a multitude of…
Industry Groups Seek Temporary Relief from Smoke Regulation
…now falling under the smoke exposure regulation. The coalition of industry groups note that without some type of reprieve from the smoke exposure rules there may be dire consequences. “We…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 09-11-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including how smoke exposure testing limitations are ruining the winegrape…
Smoke Exposure Testing Limitations Could Be Devastating for Winegrapes
…between growers and wineries when it comes to smoke exposure. While some contracts may have specific provisions related to smoke exposure, many do not. “What’s not appropriate is for a…