…has now been stopped in a total of 26 states. EPA plans to modernize the ESA workplan to address certain compliance issues and growers are encouraged to prepare now for…
IPM Technical Assistance Projects Receive $1.1 Million in Support
…can be adopted by growers. The committee will be composed of University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) advisors, pest control advisers (PCAs), and other experts serving small-scale growers. Through the…
DPR Confirms Another Reduction in Pesticide Use in 2021
…ingredients in 2021. “We applaud growers and others for moving to safer, more sustainable pest management alternatives, including oils and biopesticides, while decreasing overall pesticide use in the last decade,”…
Almond Update: Irrigation Workshop Series Kicks Off in Orland
…lot of hands-on stuff there where growers can see what’s going on. But again, just a half day so growers can get in, get the education they need, and get…
Agronomic Minute: Powdery Mildew Control in Vineyards
Grape growers might have a tougher time than average with powdery mildew control this year. Once the disease settles in a vineyard it can be exceptionally difficult to eradicate. Technical…
California Represented in Netherlands Trade Mission
…are based in California. Blue Diamond Growers, Sun Valley Rice, and Redwood International representatives will be participating in the trade mission. Representatives from American Commodity Company, MEM Fairway, and American…
March Storm Damage Continues to be Assessed in Monterey County
…Hidalgo detailed how the area has been impacted by extreme weather this year. Growers were working to address damage caused by January rains and flooding when another series of storms…
Growers Encouraged to Prepare for Updated ESA Workplan Impacts
…growers to understand the impact of changes on the horizon. “The EPA’s recent reregistration of the Enlist One and Enlist Duo herbicides provides a preview of what’s in store,” ESA…
VofV: Ian LeMay, President of the California Fresh Fruit Association, on how Agtech Bolsters Ag Labor
…allocation of their job.” This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine…
Agronomic Minute: Being Proactive with Mite Control in Vineyards
Mite control will become even more of a priority for growers with temperatures expected to rise in the coming weeks. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver explained…
Week in Review: Water Allocations Double & Port Labor Dispute Heating Up
…bug can create a host of challenges for California almond growers and the particular species creating problems in orchards has shifted over the past 30 years. The coalition of 28…
Grape Growers Facing Odd Year for Disease Pressures
…it as early as may occur this year.” Caffrey said some growers have been forced to make aerial applications for Phomopsis because of an inability to get a ground rig…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 03-31-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers flooded vineyards causing growers to take different approaches to applications the California walnut…
Almond Matters: Taking Care of Perennial Grasses in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., perennial grasses can create a host of problems for growers if left unchecked. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A.,…