…committee’s statement disregards the positive role of lean meat – which is one of the most nutrient rich foods. Texas medical doctor and cattle producer Dr. Richard Thorpe says the…
Vineyard Team Celebrating 20 Years
…Sustainable Ag Expo held at the Madonna Inn Expo Center on November 17-18 focuses on “Balancing Water, Soil, and Nutrient Resources for Long Term Sustainability.” Along with many environmental themes…
USDA Announces the Availability of $16 Million to Support Food Production
…Food Security program. “Agricultural production is inextricably linked to the health of our nation, and every American deserves access to safe, nutrient-rich food,” said Sonny Ramaswamy, NIFA director. “This funding…
CDFA Announces New Grant Funding Opportunity for Nitrogen Management Research
…is independent of the previously announced request for concept proposals regarding the use of fertilizing materials and nutrient management in California croplands. The 2015 Special Request for Proposals (RFP) focuses…
UC Makes Gains in Rebuilding its Extension Service
…position that has been approved for hiring is an agronomic cropping systems/nutrient management advisor who will serve Kings, Tulare and Fresno counties. Whereas an agronomist might have sufficed in the…
A Nutrient Management Plan – SOP For Farmers
A nutrient management plan is an essential operational tool for ag producers. Rod Bain talks with an Extension expert in this report. A Nutrient Management Plan – SOP For Farmers…
Western View: Your Phone is Your Partner
…a tool growers can use to spot plant health problems. The app will help identify nutrient deficiencies and suggest solutions. Mix Tank allows applicators to quickly create, save and share…
CDFA Accepting Concept Proposals for 2015 Fertilizer Research and Education Grants
…fertilizers in agriculture. New this year is a call for integrating different aspects of nutrient management, including fertigation, irrigation, crop development and soil fertility into easy-to-use decision making tools and…
California Certified Crop Adviser February 6, 2015 Exam Registration Period Open
…CCAs have expertise in Nutrient, Soil, Water, Crop and Pest Management. Growers interested in finding a CCA in their area can go the “Find a Professional” section of the International…
49ers and CA Dairy Families Award $10k Fuel Up to Play 60 Grant in Santa Clara
…(USDA). The program encourages youth to consume nutrient-rich foods (low-fat and fat-free dairy, fruits, vegetables and whole grains) and achieve at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. As…
California’s Fertilizer Research Conference Comes to Modesto October 29-30, 2014
…academia, industry and agricultural consulting will provide general and technical information, current research data, and practical applications addressing statewide and regional nutrient management issues. Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) and Pest…
NRCS Selects California Projects for National Conservation Innovation Grants
…will receive $73,000 to develop, field-test and demonstrate the use of an electronically available teaching and learning (eLearning) system as an innovative approach to conservation-practice adoption and nutrient management implementation….
Secretary Vilsack Highlights Innovative Conservation Efforts
…involved with conservation activities in Illinois, are receiving grant awards to demonstrate the use of best management practices such as conservation tillage, cover crops and advanced nutrient management to address…
Annual Santa Maria Vegetable Meeting
…Barbara Agricultural Commissioner’s Office will discuss potential new use of entomopathogenic fungi in nutrient and moisture conservation and promoting plant growth, important lettuce diseases and their management, automated thinners in…