…management program. BASF Technical Service Representative Dr. Kevin Caffrey said Cevya fungicide now adds another element to crop protection for almond growers. “The launch of Cevya fully compliments our current…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 02-11-22
…IR-4 funding to support specialty crops and why staffing at FSA offices is becoming problematic for producers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more….
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 02-10-22
…Almond Board of California’s Training Tuesdays and details on a new USDA specialty crop block grant. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
Efforts to Stay Ahead of Branched Broomrape in California
…2019. The weed poses a risk to growers as even a small infestation can result in a 100 percent crop loss due to having to be destroyed. “This is the…
Agronomic Minute: New Integrated Program to Help Improve Production
…to reduce residue issues, as well as increase plant health and yield. UPL Technical Service Lead for Specialty Crops Joe Vassios said that the program takes a comprehensive look at…
Automated Weeder Technology Advancing at Right Time, Given Labor Availability
…Crop and Weed Science Farm Advisor for the Central Coast region, Richard Smith said the lack of available workers has made automated weeders more of a necessity in some cases….
Crop Rotation Calculator Demonstration at Upcoming Rice Meeting
…research and will offer a chance to learn more about a decision-support tool currently being developed. The tool incorporates grower data about the economics of switching to crops such as…
MSOB: Working Towards Universal Understanding of Biostimulant Products
…Bio Innovations, leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of innovative biological products for crop protection, crop health and crop nutrition. Marrone Bio’s…
VofV: Lemons and Oranges and Limes, Oh My!
…This includes everything from revolutionizing citrus packing houses with technology and automation to bringing science to the forefront to educate on the importance of crop protection. Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance…
RMA Extends Crop Insurance Flexibilities to June Due to COVID-19
…More information can be found at farmers.gov/coronavirus. Crop insurance is sold and delivered solely through private crop insurance agents. A list of crop insurance agents is available at all USDA Service…
Nearly $73 Million Available Through USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
…help states and territories target resources locally to increase the competitiveness of the specialty crops sector and support specialty crop growers through marketing, education, and research,” USDA Marketing and Regulatory…
Cover Crops Demonstrating Success in Combatting Morning Glory
…periods of time and once the weeds have matured to a certain point, they are difficult to address without negatively impacting the crop. Crop Consultant with California Ag Solutions, Cary…
Pesticide Levels in Food Found to Be Low Once Again in Latest Report
…and processed fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, poultry, grains, fish, rice, specialty products and water were reviewed as part of the report. More than 310,000 samples have been tested since…
Almond Matters: Maximizing the Potential of Upcoming Bloom Period
…advantageous for crop development during the dormant season. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, Todd Burkdoll explained that the recent foggy conditions are a welcome change of pace from…