…strawberries, and leafy vegetables. It offers zero-day pre-harvest intervals (PHI) and a four-hour re-entry interval (REI), making it convenient for growers who need flexibility in their spraying schedules. Overall, both…
American Agriculture History Minute: Colorado Dust Bowl
…projects transformed Colorado. And records show there was little opposition to federal water projects. During the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, an estimated one-tenth of Colorado’s topsoil blew away. For…
California Groundwater Levels Show Improvement, but Challenges Remain
DepositPhotos image As California enters a new water year, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its Fall Semi-Annual Groundwater Conditions update. The update highlights improvements made under the Sustainable…
NRCS Announces $100 Million in Federal Assistance for California Farmers and Ranchers
…their unique resource concerns.” Over $100 million is available for various conservation initiatives, including air and water quality improvements, wildlife habitat creation, and water infrastructure enhancements. Key programs include the…
Farmers Left in Crisis as Poultry Company Abandons Contracts
…Now, these farmers are left with absolutely zero resources,” he said. Financial Strain and Emotional Toll The scale of this abandonment is massive. Some farmers are incurring weekly costs of…
State Water Board Approves Rate Hikes for 2024-25, Impacting Farmers and Groundwater Recharge Projects
DepositPhotos image The California State Water Resources Control Board has approved rate increases for the 2024-25 fiscal year, impacting various water quality and water rights programs. These increases aim to…
NACD Launches 2025 Friends of NACD District Grants Program
…and the Oxford County Soil and Water Conservation District in Maine, which launched a climate resilience education project. The grants have supported a range of efforts, from invasive species awareness…
California Dairy Sustainability Summit Announces Farm-Focused Event for 2025
…which could be achieved as early as 2027. Farmers will have the chance to attend discussions on topics like methane reduction, renewable energy, water conservation, animal health, and soil health….
UC ANR Releases First Manual on Olive Oil Production
…manual provides essential guidance, with topics like irrigation management, harvest timing, and the importance of testing soil and water. Co-editor Selina Wang of UC Davis emphasized that good fruit is…
American Agriculture History Minute: The Beginning of the Grain Elevator
…advantage of being at the intersection of two great water routes, one to the east and New York Harbor, and to the west in the Great Lakes. It wouldn’t be…
San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium Set for January 2025
…and Extension Center in Parlier. The event will feature presentations on key issues affecting grape growers, including bio-fungicides, grape virus management, soil health, and water use. Notable speakers include George…
Potential Changes from Overturning the Chevron Doctrine
…and enforced. Pittman emphasized that the reversal could impact crucial laws related to agriculture, such as the Endangered Species Act, wetlands regulation, the Clean Water Act, and pesticide regulation. He…
Almond Listening Tour: An Opportunity for Growers to Engage with the Industry
…already signed up, the Almond Board is preparing for a good turnout. “We just want to make sure we have enough chairs and water,” Hillman said, noting the informal nature…
Agriculture’s Role in Addressing Climate Change Discussed at NYC Climate Week
…in the soil, improving its ability to retain carbon, enhance water retention, support biodiversity, and reduce erosion. Piotti explained that, while regenerative practices are seen as a solution, they are…