…quality, better availability or increased demand, Bayer Crop Science opens the application process today for its new Produce Innovation Awards program. Read on to learn more about the award worth…
Schedule Set for 2015 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Workshops
…award SCBGP funds to projects that solely enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture)….
CDFA Awards $3.6 Million to Assist Farmers with Drought Through the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program
…that reduce GHG emissions; soil moisture sensors; and irrigation scheduling programs that apply water based on crop needs. “These projects are critical because they allow farmers to continue production while…
Almond Board Announces Bee Management Practices
…by the almond industry. Since 1995, the Almond Board of California has invested almost $1.6 million – more than any other crop – on research related to honey bee health,…
Citrus Industry This Week: Crop Forecast Reactions; HLB and Roots
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes reactions to the first USDA citrus crop forecast of the season, information on bicarbonates, and new findings about root growth…
World Food Day a Reminder of Everyday Challenges With Food Access
…Lady Michelle Obama and help harvest vegetables for the White House kitchen! Another program that helps with food access and education is CDFA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, which provides…
USDA Announces Measures to Help Farmers Diversify Weed Control Efforts
…practices (BMPs) in design protocols for regulated authorized releases of genetically engineered (GE) crops and will include recommendations for BMPs with the authorization of field trials of HR crops. USDA…
USDA/NASS Citrus Crop Forecast has California All Oranges at 50.5 Million
…begin in late October or early November. USDA/NASS Citrus Crop Forecast has California All Oranges at 50.5 Million To view Southeast AgNet completed Citrus Crop Forecast Chart, please CLICK HERE.(.pdf)…
California Certified Crop Adviser February 6, 2015 Exam Registration Period Open
Crop consultants in California and Arizona have the opportunity until December 5, 2014 to register for the February 6, 2015 Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) Exam. The exam will be given…
Citrus Industry This Week: Citrus Crop Forecast is Tomorrow
…of the Florida orange crop will be. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe free and view the current issue. Click here to subscribe to the monthly Citrus Industry…
Leafhopper Management has Little Options
…said the natural enemies don’t repopulate as fast as the leafhoppers, and the only effective way to manage a yellowing alfalfa crop is to early harvest and cut your losses….
California’s Portion of Specialty Crop Funding
Last week the United States Department of Agriculture announced $66 million in funding for the 2014 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. California’s Portion of Specialty Crop Funding California is set…
California Agriculture Leads the Nation in Funding for Specialty Crops
…nuts, dried fruits, horticulture and nursery crops, including floriculture. The 60 projects funded under the 2014 SCBGP reflect the diversity of California’s specialty crops across the state. This year’s projects…
USDA Invests Nearly $118 Million to Support America’s Specialty Crop Producers
…local specialty crops. The project also educates the public about consumption of specialty crops to improve nutrition and publicizes the availability of specialty crops at local markets. “These Specialty Crop…