…leafy greens industry as a good example of getting a unified message to consumers and educating the pubic. UC Davis Extension Research Specialist Trevor Suslow says that is an important…
Ag Secretary Vilsack Announces New Report on Scientific Breakthroughs from USDA in 2013
…“Tifeagle”, specially designed to be mowed to one-tenth of an inch daily, is used on PGA putting greens. The 2014 Farm Bill will help to build on these accomplishments by…
Crop Progress Around the State
…gailon, cauliflower, cabbage, chard, collard greens and kale were harvested in Fresno County. Asparagus fields emerged. Onions and garlic progressed. Carrots were in all stages of progression, from planting to…
Aquaponics Curriculum Teaches New Fish Farming Techniques to Ag Students
…the root systems are not constantly in water. The fish waste contains substantial amounts of nutrients to feed the plants. “This will work well with leafy plants, such as lettuce,…
Weekly Crop Progress for 12-26-13
…growing well and fields were prepared for, or planted to, winter vegetables in Tulare County. Fresno County reported leafy vegetables were harvested. Carrots were hit by the frost. Onions were…
Vegetable Meeting in September
…coli and leafy greens, proper pesticide use, managing thrips on lettuce, aphids on broccoli, and the new invasive pest Bagrada bug on cole crops, nutrient management studies for cool season…
United Fresh Nominations for Board Officers
…the PBH Executive Board, PMA’s Foundation for Industry Talent board, and board alternate for the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement. Current United Chairman of the Board David W. Krause, President,…
LGMA CEO Discusses New Regulations
The CEO of the Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, Scott Horsfall, has encouraging words for growers on aligning with the new proposed federal produce safety rules. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to…