The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2022 is now making its way to President Joe Biden to be signed into law. WRDA 2022 was included as part of the…
MSOB: Predatory Mite Does Dual Duty for Biological Control
…clean,” said Wackers. “I was stunned to see this because the only explanation we had was that somehow this mite was helping, or actively controlling this problem disease in tomato….
LandFlex Program to Help Farmers Transition Away from Groundwater
The new LandFlex program from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) seeks to reduce groundwater demand through incentives. Administered in partnership with local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs), the program…
Almond Update: Great Experience and Attendance at TAC 2022
…Bailey. Several sessions highlighted issues related to water, trade market conditions, and logical challenges. One special session this year specifically covered managing input costs. “For anyone who missed out, or…
Winter Storm Brings Rain and Snow, But Drought Concerns Remain
…start to the season so far. “We have now seen almost a foot of water equivalency accumulate in the mountains. That’s all storms that have happened since October 1,” said…
Week in Review: Initial Water Allocation & DPR Seeks Input on Mill Alternatives
The initial water allocation for 2023 has been released by the Department of Water Resources. Walt Duflock, Vice President of Innovation for Western Growers, said that Arizona may be taking…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 12-05-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers agtech development, California DWR’s initial 5% water allocation, and Duchenaux on an assistance…
Initial Water Allocation for SWP Higher Than Last Year
The initial water allocation for 2023 has been released by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). As of December 1, DWR is allocating five percent of requested supplies for the…
Safe Handling of Flour
…dough as stated by their package directions. Thoroughly clean your hands with soap and running water after handling raw flour and foods that contain raw flour. Also, clean your cooking…
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Doubles Participation from Last Year
…variety of soil quality issues, including improving water infiltration and nutrient cycling. There are also secondary benefits cover cropping that can help growers bottom line as well. “There’s evidence from…
Avoid Foodborne Illness this Thanksgiving
…water or leave it on a countertop. There are three ways to safely thaw a turkey: in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in the microwave. Make sure to cook…
Agronomic Minute: Potential of On-Farm Groundwater Recharge
…efforts to improve statewide water storage and conveyance are underway. However, those are more long-term solutions to current water constraints. Implementing groundwater recharge projects in almond orchards presents a more…
Farmer Input Sought on Funding Priorities for the Inflation Reduction Act
…in all communities, building new markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate smart food and forestry practices, making historic investments in infrastructure and clean energy capabilities…
Agronomic Minute: Prepping Almond Orchards for Winter
…Central Valley. A lot of the work over winter is focused on getting the almond orchards prepared for the next season. Gemperle said that in planning ahead, they are cleaning…