…those working in American agriculture, we have seen record agricultural exports over the last six years. We saw our agricultural economy remain strong and help keep the country afloat through…
97 Percent of All U.S. Farms are Family-Owned, USDA Reports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reports that family-owned farms remain the backbone of the agriculture industry. The latest data come from the Census of Agriculture…
NIMITZ Nematicide Receives State Registration in California
ADAMA, a world leader in customer-focused agricultural solutions, announced today that NIMITZ nematicide received state registration in California for use on tomatoes, peppers, okra, eggplant, cucumbers, watermelons, cantaloupe and squash….
Navel Orangeworm Management Based on Location
…be aware of different challenges they will face depending on where their orchards are located. Weather and neighboring crops can make for a world of difference between pest management systems….
Tough Sledding for U.S. Wheat in World Marketings
It continues to be tough sledding for U.S. wheat in world markets. Gary Crawford has the story. Tough Sledding for U.S. Wheat in World Marketings…
UC Davis Veterinary School Named Best in Nation by US News and World Report
UC Davis news release UC Davis veterinary surgeons prepare to operate on an ailing tiger in 2013. Photo from the Davis Enterprise U.S. News & World Report has recognized the…
California Ag Day, National Agriculture Week Just Around the Corner
…the Classroom. This spring, Agriculture in the Classroom will partner with CDFA and the California Women for Agriculture to host California Ag Day 2015 as part of National Ag Week…
The Western View: El Nino Returns with a Whimper
…and redirects or stops the south Pacific trade winds. It affects agriculture with increased rainfall in the far western areas of North and South America. Sometimes it’s too much of…
Agri View: Growing Numbers
Everett Griner talks about the world population growth is a problem in today’s Agri View. Growing Numbers…
Sending farmers to Mars
…thousands of them — come from all walks of life from around the world, but they have one thing in common — they are all going to be farmers. Yes,…
Toomey, Feinstein & Flake Legislation Shortsighted Policy
…it is the price of oil that is responsible. Even the World Bank outlined how crude oil prices are responsible for over 50 percent of the increase in food prices…
DuPont Pioneer Enhances Grower Service and Support
…team of specialized professionals who provide on-the-ground support to Pioneer customers – from Pioneer agronomists to Pioneer sales professionals to Encirca℠ certified services agents. Top Agronomy Library Now Mobile-Enabled During…
Export Training Course Comes to CDFA
…program. “We’ve seen success with this program and it has been very useful for our company.” Participants in a recent CalAgX Training The 2015 California Agricultural Export Training (CalAgX) Program…
Added Benefit to Timed Walnut Scale Treatments
…recent walnut expo, Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Dr. Dani Lightle told growers that research is showing a concerning connection between pests and diseases. Lightle says monitoring is key to treatments…