…seeking funding support through the program. FARMER matches funding so that growers can purchase a new tractor, crushing the old one, and thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Isom noted that…
Rice Growers Prepare to Receive $250 Million from USDA
Rice growers are being encouraged to prepare for applying for funding support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). A total of $250 million is being made available through the…
California Chill Report: Getting Walnuts Through Warmer Winters
…with a lower chilling requirement that still have the other traits valuable to growers. That process will take time and growers will still need to get strong production from the…
Almond Update: Bringing Industry Together for NOW Neighborhood Management
…tool, AgNeighbors.com, passcode NOWMD, is available for almond, walnut, or pistachio growers or PCAs,” said Roseman. “We’re looking to connect smaller growers, whether it’s a bunch of five, or 10,…
Cotton Trust Protocol Deadline
An important deadline is coming up for cotton growers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol reminds growers to enroll and complete data entry…
California Pistachios Have Economic Impact of More Than $6.4 Billion
A recent study shows that California pistachios have an economic impact on the state of more than $6.4 billion. The 2022 study was commissioned by American Pistachio Growers and conducted…
Agronomic Minute: Taking an Integrated Crop Health Approach
A program developed by UPL seeks to provide growers with guidance on taking an integrated crop health approach. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser explained their ProNutiva…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 02-28-23
…by the lower than expected winegrape crush, and a harsh reality of labor shortage in the ag sector. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and…
Surprisingly Low Winegrape Crush Numbers for 2022
…per ton. That number represents the smallest winegrape crop since 2011. President of Allied Grape Growers, Jeff Bitter said the crop size caught the industry off guard. “It was…
Week in Review: Allocations Increase & Newsom Order Allows More Delta Pumping
…point to California’s water mismanagement as being one of the biggest hurdles that growers are dealing with. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines every week….
Almond Update: Best Management Practices During Pollination
…PCAs, growers, and applicators up to date about hive locations. Growers and beekeepers are also encouraged to provide clean water sources and check them frequently to ensure they are free…
California Chill Report: Getting the Most Out of Orchards with Low Chill
…little bit left in the field even after your second shake that just doesn’t warrant circling back to pick up.” To help growers avoid those types of challenges, a multi-year…
Almond Matters: Preparing for Petal Fall
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, bloom is steadily progressing, and growers are preparing for petal fall. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said…
Agronomic Minute: Keeping Vineyards Disease Free After Pruning
Growers will be out pruning their vineyards this spring, which comes with added risk of disease. The wounds left by the practice provide an opportunity for infection. Technical Services Manager…