Many California growers are struggling with finding enough labor to work the crops this year. Growers around the nation are having the same problem. Sabrina Hill speaks with a driving…
Good Year for Napa Winegrapes
Late in 2012, a shortage of grape vines was reported. But, it looks like the feared grape rootstock shortage isn’t holding back the Napa winegrape season. Sabrina Hill has the…
California Agriculture Headlines
…the psyllid has turned up in traps in nine counties – including Tulare, which is the state’s number one citrus producer. In other ag news, Growers are expecting a boost…
The Almond Board of California has Information for Growers
The Almond Board has compiled new comprehensive information for growers and handlers on best practices for harvesting and stockpiling of almonds. The Almond Board’s Associate Director, Agricultural Affairs, Bob Curtis…
The First Day of Citrus Expo
Today is the first day Citrus Expo, which brings citrus growers from California and other parts of the nation to Florida for two days of education and networking. In fact,…
Vegetable Growers Soon Have a New Choice
MANA is developing a product that would control nematodes. Sabrina Hill has the story. To visit the MANA website and locate a representative, click here. Click to Open or Download…
Citrus Industry E-news: Fast Track; Snails; Citrus Expo
This week’s issue of the Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive from Florida includes reports from growers who will be participating in the Fast Track program, news of snails in groves, and…
Few Labor Shortages in Napa
…open or download audio report Napa winegrape growers had some issues with labor earlier in the season, but President of Napa Valley Grapegrowers, Jon Ruel says overall, their workforce is…
Could Citrus Canker Cause Problems in California?
Citrus canker is a problem in more humid parts of the nation, but is it something California growers need to worry about? And if so, what can they do about…
IREC Field Day
The Intermountain Research and Extension Center invites growers to its annual field day next week. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio report Registration begins at 7:30…
Tulare Pomegranate Crop Sees Ups and Downs
…County 2012 Crop Report is out, and it shows good and not-so-good news for pomegranate growers in the county. Pomegranates are becoming more and more popular around the state, but…
AgNeTVideo: Brian Dunning Discusses Food Safety
Brian Dunning, Director of Quality Assurance for Blue Diamond Growers, discusses almonds and food safety….
Curly Top, Powdery Mildew Seen in Tomatoes
…is spread by the beet leafhopper. Spring plantings are the most susceptible to the pest. Some tomato growers in Merced County are also reporting problems with powdery mildew. Powdery mildew…