…Reservoir Project can safely and reliably serve as a key component of new infrastructure to manage California’s water in light of our changing climate.” Several factors will be considered during…
Producers Still Have an Opportunity to Apply for USDA Revenue Loss Programs
…in light of support from USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA). Nine organizations are partnering with FSA to provide application assistance for ERP Phase Two. Free assistance is being made available…
Colorado River Agreement: ‘Important Step Forward’
…been reduced by approximately 20 percent in light of recent droughts. One proposed plan would have overridden senior water rights in California, severely impacting farmers in the Imperial Valley. The…
Millions of U.S. Seniors Face Food Insecurity
…(Map the Meal Gap 2022) about seniors facing hunger in the United States. The report sheds light on the extent to which food insecurity affects individuals aged 60 and older….
Almond Matters: Tough Year for Disease Pressure
…getting on it late trying to put out a fire after it has gotten going.” Most fungal diseases will thrive in temperatures between 70 and 80 degrees with light humidity….
Recent Storms Help to Double SWP Allocation
…SWP allocation amounts. DWR notes that needed improvements to SWP infrastructure are emphasized in light of the high flow events California has been experiencing this season. About the Author Brian…
Surprisingly Low Winegrape Crush Numbers for 2022
…a very light crop. Lighter than pretty much anybody in the industry had estimated. Most were thinking it would be anywhere between 3.5 and 3.8 million tons. I was in…
Study Shows Rotational Grazing Adoption Varies by Region
A study sheds light on grazing practices around the nation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Data published Monday by USDA’s Economic Research Service shows rotational grazing adoption…
Senate Ag Plans Hearings on Farm Bill Trade and Horticulture Titles
…Jenny Lester Moffitt, and USAID’s Sarah Charles. In a joint statement, Stabenow and Boozman say, “This is the first of many hearings the Committee has planned as we gear up…
CAB Awards $70,000 in Scholarship Funds
…graduate scholarships. Danielle Matter, CAB director of brand experience and education, says, “All of this year’s recipients shine a bright light on the future of the beef business, and we…
Pest Management Projects Receive $1.78 Million in Grant Support
…Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The project seeks to evaluate the use of UV-C light to control mites, mildew, and mold in strawberries. Urban pest management projects for the…
CFTC Seeks Ag Advisory Committee Nominations
…light of recent environmental developments and geopolitical events affecting the agricultural markets.” There are five active Advisory Committees overseen by the CFTC. They were created to provide advice and recommendations…
Science Key Weapon in Fight Against Citrus Greening
…a portion of the pathogen genome—binds to the pathogen DNA, a fluorescent light is released allowing scientists to detect the CLas pathogen. This strategy can produce rapid field-deployable detection in…
Almond Update: International Program Shines Positive Light on Almond Production
Almond production is highlighted in a program from BBC that is airing all over the world. In an episode of the series Green Planet, almonds are featured as an example…