Last month’s Consumer Food Insights Report from Purdue University’s Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability reveals that nearly four out of five Americans plan to celebrate Thanksgiving with a…
Turkey Industry Less Dependent on Holiday Whole Bird Sales
…So, to some extent the bird that we normally think of as being that center item for turkey producers has diminished somewhat over time,” he said. “We’ve also seen as…
Census of Agriculture Report to Be Released February 13
…account for nonresponse, under-coverage, and misclassification, ultimately producing accurate data down to the county level. Two special studies, the 2023 Census of Aquaculture and the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management…
One of the Worst Powdery Mildew Years in Recent Memory
…this year. “I think if people start strong and have a good plan, then you can pivot from there and decide,” Caffrey noted. “I think they have to plan to…
El Niño, Winter Weather, and Impacts on Agriculture
…meteorologist Brad Rippey starts with Western water supplies for irrigation, where water storage was boosted by last winter’s significant precipitation accumulation, however: “Some of the biggest reservoirs, especially those in…
Almond Update: Automation is the Next Step in Irrigation Efficiency
As growers continue to make strides in improving efficiency in their irrigation approaches, automation presents a significant opportunity. Senior Manager of the Almond Board of California’s Field Outreach & Education…
Student Leaders Prepping for National FFA Convention
…from industry leaders, motivational speakers, and many other guests. Members will get to discuss their agricultural projects on the new Student Showcase Stage. Service will be front and center at…
A New Pest Threat for California Tree Nuts
…Center and is leading the efforts on it.” Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute March 28, 2024 Fungicide Resistance…
October Report Details Water Recharge Capacity for Water Year 2023
…natural sources. The Central Valley played a pivotal role, contributing to over 15 million acre-feet of groundwater pumping, constituting 90 percent of California’s total extractions. Extraction rates were particularly high…
Special ACEP Funding Available Through the Inflation Reduction Act
…Center. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute March 28, 2024 Fungicide Resistance Management Minute March 21, 2024 Fungicide Resistance…
Almond Update: Pest Management in Almonds to Be Highlighted at CAPCA Conference
…“We’ll also have our best practices there. Of course, the cover crop guide, the irrigation guide, and the nitrogen guide,” said Hillman. The almond rootstocks guide and the whole orchard…
New and Improved Crop Insurance Options for Specialty Crop and Organic Producers
…cover freeze, fire, hail, flood, irrigation water supply failure, and other causes. Similarly, kiwifruit producers in 12 California counties can insure against unforeseen weather perils, covering three varietal groups. In…
Conditions ‘Too Good’ for Fast Farm Bill
…Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University. In addition, he is the Co-Director of the Agricultural and Food Policy Center (AFPC) at Texas A&M University. During a recent Farm…
DWR Taking Public Comment on California Water Plan Update 2023
…and 4 at the Roebbelen Center. The free hybrid event will provide an overview of the draft document and offer an opportunity to provide direct feedback. Registration is currently open…