The UC Davis project looking at recharging groundwater raised some eyebrows by flooding grape vineyards under a foot of water. Flooded Vineyards Raised Some Eyebrows Admittedly so, researchers say the…
Fresh Ideas Showcase Bringing New Products, Fresh Innovations, and Industry Recognition
This year more than 18,500 fresh produce and floral industry professionals from over 60 countries will gather at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, October 23-25, for Produce…
USDA Announces $8.8 Million to Support a Diverse Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers
…disadvantaged, tribal and veteran farmers and ranchers. An additional $400,000 will help establish the Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Policy Research Center at Alcorn State University in Lorman, Miss. “Today’s…
Carb-Loading Almond Trees Post-Harvest
New research supports the theory of stocking up post-harvest carbohydrates for almond trees. Carb-Loading Almond Trees Post-Harvest At a recent field day, Cooperative Extension Pomology Tree Nut Advisor David Doll…
Agri View: More Study
Everett Griner talks about organic research lagging behind in today’s Agri View. More Study…
USDA Funds New Pilot Project
…for crop-based agriculture,” says Dr. Ludwig. “This project will build on the legacy of decades of air quality research funded by the California Almond industry.” – See more at: http://www.almonds.com/consumers/media-center/latest-news/2015/09/usda-funds-new-pilot-project-help-almond-growers-gain#sthash.HQrM63JU.dpuf…
USDA Extends Dairy Margin Protection Program Deadline
…access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality…
Fresno State Signs Agreement of Collaboration With University in Mexico
…trees and dairy, beef, pork, poultry, sheep and horticulture units. The Jordan College’s curriculum also includes seven departments and three research centers – the California Water Institute, the Institute for…
USDA Commits $2.5 Million to Expand New Farmer Education
…strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community…
California’s FREP/WPHA Conference Comes to Seaside November 5-6, 2015
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) and the Western Plant Health Association (WPHA) are hosting their 23rd annual Fertilizer Research Conference at…
American Agri-Women Finishing Drive Across America as Part of 40th Anniversary Celebration
…stop will be held on June 12 at Bayer’s Bee Care Center in North Carolina. Penobscot McCrum is a vertically integrated company that specializes in every aspect of potatoes. The…
USDA Offers Help to Fire-Affected Farmers and Ranchers
…USDA disaster preparedness and response. For more information on USDA disaster assistance programs, please contact your local USDA Service Center. To find your local USDA Service Center go to http://offices.usda.gov….
NCF Accepting Applications for Beef Industry Scholarship
…futures contract on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. It recognizes and encourages talented students who will one day be industry leaders. Students studying education, communication, production, research or other areas related…
Even Late Painting Protects Trees After Freeze
Some research shows that painting walnut trees after freeze events can help significantly, and it doesn’t necessarily have to be a timely application. Even Late Painting Protects Growers are prepping…