…know. Then the handlers can choose to communicate that to their growers, yes or no, depending on which markets they’re exporting to or what the issues are that they’re facing.”…
VofV: How Bayer’s Dr. Frank Wong Overcame His Skepticism About Biologicals
…the issue. In the end, he says, it all comes down to supporting and providing tools for growers. With new regulatory pressures presenting themselves all the time on both state…
Almond Matters: Pest Pressures Low, But Activity Likely to Pick Up
…also pretty good. I’m a firm believer in using Dipel basically as an insurance policy.” Growers are encouraged to stay vigilant with their scouting to prepare for the likely increase…
Funding Questionable for New Specialty Crop Farm Bill Programs
…Western Growers and co-chair of the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance says it’s hard to say what is the most important of all the priorities for specialty crops in the…
Dispute Settlement Consultations Requested for Mexico’s GM Restrictions
…products for human consumption. The move to take action on the issue is being supported by several ag groups including the National Corn Growers Association and the U.S. Grains Council….
VofV: Asking the Right Questions with Josh Ruiz, Senior Director of Ag Technology and Innovation
…in agriculture on this week’s episode of Voices of the Valley. This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association….
Former Mexico Trade Negotiator on USMCA Specialty Crop Protections
…free trade.” In an earlier interview, Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL-03) expressed concern over a lack of protection for U.S. produce growers. She used the example of tomatoes, which have…
INSV Infections Low to Start Season, But Concerns Remain with Drying Conditions
…were “catastrophic” for many growers last year. Efforts to look for methods of mitigating damage from INSV in the future include a variety of projects and approaches. One significant aspect…
Cost of Production Study Updated for Delta Rice
…main objectives was just to help growers. There’s a lot of interest among growers in the Delta in rice and they just need to have a report that they can…
Week in Review: Colorado River Agreement Reached & Floodwater Diversion Flexibility Expanded
…with the positive water outlook for growers this year, cotton acreage is taking a big hit. Governor Gavin Newsom recently introduced a series of proposals to expedite infrastructure projects. Subscribe…
Almond Update: CASP System Simplified for Better Grower Experience
…requirements. Tools available through CASP also help growers calculate nitrogen needs and orchard irrigation scheduling. Devol said they recommend that growers update their practices in the CASP system every three…
VofV: Rabo Research’s David Magaña on a Global Approach to Consumer Desires
…that put pressure on agricultural production, calling it “a massive collision of forces.” With rising consumer demands, growers have to manage the ─ sometimes contradictory ─ desires of buyers and…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 05-23-23
…prices for watermelon growers, highlights from the House Forestry hearing, and another Voices of the Valley on global markets for specialty crops. Tune in to the show for these news…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 05-22-23
…Wildfire hearing, and the top Farm Bill issues being requested from US cotton growers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous…