…our water system operators in scheduling deliveries and conserving water,” Serrato said. However, he added, growers will now need to rely upon groundwater for any late summer or fall irrigation….
Costa: House Fails Rural America and Consumers
…the bathwater, and we could have reached a compromise with the Senate. That is what the legislative process is about; it’s time to end this cycle of take it or…
New Regulations Mean More Work
…water regulations will require more record-keeping, and that could add hours to a farmer’s already long day. It’s all in an attempt to stay on top of “groundwater loading” –…
Berries and Irrigation Study
What is the connection between how berries taste and how much water they receive during growing? Sabrina Hill has more on a study that looks to answer that question. Click…
Growers Need to Speak Up on Issues
…Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report As government policy-makers are considering changes to nitrate and water quality regulations, growers have a few opportunities to share…
Some Bright Spots for California Agriculture
Even with the problems the California ag industry is seeing, there are some bright spots. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to open or download audio report. Water, invasive pests, politics, you…
Jacobsen Discusses Water Shortage
It’s one of the biggest needs and biggest problems for Central California growers. Sabrina Hill continues our series on water with Fresno County Farm Bureau Executive Director Ryan Jacobsen. Click…
AgNet West E-news: Water Problems for Growers; Grower Experience with No-Till Methods
This week’s issue of the the AgNet West E-news includes information on water problems for farmers, a cotton grower’s experience with no-till methods, and more. Want to hear more about…
Growers Should Watch for Over-Irrigation
Water is the lifeblood of agriculture, but one specialist says sometimes growers overdo it when it comes to irrigation. Sabrina Hill talks with UCCE Farm Advisor Dan Munk. Click to…
Field Day for Cotton Growers
…on clean water funding and we are helping growers reduce their use of the most harmful chemicals that would would go into the air and the water in the region.”…
Water Issues Hurting Growers
…another difficult year. Jacobsen said the state needs a better water infrastructure that can hold water from wetter years and supply it to growers when it’s needed. He also said…
Several Bills Could Affect California Farms
…In addition to the health care, he said another major political issue is water – from allocations to nitrate issues. To hear more of Jacobsen’s comments on water, click here….
Grower Experience with No-Till Methods
Some Central California growers are exploring the use of cover crops and no-till methods to save water and improve the soil. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to open or download audio…
No-Till Cotton Production
…management, using crop covers, and water conservation at a field day in Western Fresno. Cropping systems specialist with the University of California, Dr. Jeffrey Mitchell organized the event and shared…