…Aubrey Bettencourt said it is imperative that almonds are able to be shipped at a quicker pace. “Since September of 2021 to February of 2022, price degradation on almonds averages…
NRCS Seeking Proposals for On-Farm Trials by June 1
…are cutting edge technology to put more conservation on the ground. What we did with this CIG is provide funding to support the testing and on the ground trialing of…
Continued Ag Export Challenges: ‘We Need a Meeting with Carriers’
…the letter was also sent to multiple state agencies and California lawmakers. Almond Alliance President and CEO, Aubrey Bettencourt said the letter highlights how supply chain challenges are hurting producers…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 04-28-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the basics of participating in the Almond Board of California’s board election process,…
Almond Update: Every Vote is Important in ABC Election
Voting has officially begun for the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 crop year. The ABC election is for two independent grower positions and one…
NRCS Seeks Cooperative Agreement Proposals to Further Conservation Efforts
…habitat. “These proposals are to put boots on the ground,” NRCS State Conservationist Carlos Suarez told AgNet West. “That can be to install conservation practices, doing outreach to bring in…
Almond Matters: Staying in Front of Ant Problems
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, ant problems can create significant issues for producers come harvest time. Ant infestations can result in substantial damage to the nuts…
Agronomic Minute: Combatting Orchard Pests
…pointed out that navel orangeworm is one of the most critical pests for almond growers. Three to four generations can be generated each year, with nuts being the most susceptible…
Almond Update: Grower Events to Highlight Soil and Irrigation Information
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is hosting a series of grower events focused on soil and irrigation practices. The Digging In: Soil and Irrigation Field Day is going to…
Almond Matters: Mite Management Starts with Prevention
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, mite management will be a central concern as temperatures begin to heat up. Mite populations can expand rapidly if growers are…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 04-14-22
…E.coli outbreaks in bagged romaine, incentive opportunities for almond growers, and keeping nightwork regulations in mind as temperatures start to warm up. Tune in to the show for these news…
Almond Update: Webinar to Highlight Incentive Opportunities for Growers
Almond growers have a variety of incentive opportunities available to help support a wide array of production practices. The next Training Tuesday from the Almond Board of California (ABC) will…
Almond Matters: Recent Rain Emphasizes Importance of Disease Prevention
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, areas of California received some rainfall this week, highlighting the importance of good disease prevention. Field Development Manager for Valent USA,…
EPA Reaffirms Efforts to Address Nutrient Pollution
…reduces excess nutrients in surface and ground water as well as emissions of greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…