…but this year’s event will provide a substantial amount of content. “The Wednesday general sessions will essentially be kind of a marketing focus toward growers. We really want to give…
Good Year So Far for California Cotton, ‘Knock on Wood’
Despite the various challenges related to water and labor, California cotton growers are making the best of it. Back in April, preliminary estimates were for cotton acreage to increase by…
Shift in Table Grape Growing from Traditional Cultivars to Licensed Varieties
Table grape production in California demonstrates how breeding innovations keep the industry moving forward. Senior Fresh Produce Analyst for RaboResearch, David Magaña said that growers have been shifting away from…
Zero-Emission Agricultural UTV Program Immensely Popular and Successful
…the cost, up to $13,5000, of new zero-emission equipment. President and CEO of Western Agricultural Processors Association, Roger Isom said the program has been immensely popular for producers looking to…
New Mitigation Strategy for Broomrape is Expected for Next Cropping Year
Tomato growers dealing with branched broomrape are likely to have another mitigation strategy available to them for the next cropping season. The weed has been appearing more frequently over the…
Newsom’s New Water Strategy: ‘Bold and Comprehensive’
…construction of water projects. Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia described the plan as “bold and comprehensive,” highlighting the dire situation farmers are facing due to water insecurity. “The…
AgTechX Food Safety Technology Event at Reedley College August 18
A food safety technology event is coming up next week in Reedley. Hosted by Western Growers, the Center for Produce Safety, and the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture,…
Almond Update: ABC Board of Directors Begins Its New Term
…Waycott. “Then we have two new alternates. We have Kelli Evans from Blue Diamond Growers who’s representing them, and then Katie Staack from Grizzly Nut who’s representing her company and…
Inflation Reduction Act Includes $4 Billion for Drought Relief
…such as citrus and melons,” Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia said in a press release. “Not only does the Colorado River supply the water and power needs of…
MSOB: Using Parasitoid Wasps to Combat Spotted Wing Drosophila
…devastating pest for several crops including strawberries, cherries, grapes, and peaches. Walton noted that even with certain management techniques, growers can still be looking at a farmgate value loss of…
VofV: Grimmway Farms’ Jeff Morrison on Using Business Acumen to Direct Agtech Investments
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find…
Early Season Freeze Causes $30 Million in Damage for California Olives
…potential of Congress providing additional funding support for disaster assistance, which could help growers mitigate losses from freeze damage. “Our growers are really going to be feeling the impact with…
Keeping A Close Eye on Crops After Unseasonal Rainfall
…rot issues or degradation of fruit quality in their vineyards. “For most growers, at this point in the season, mildew is no longer a concern, but rather now our focus…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 08-08-22
…vineyards and the new fungicide option that’s available to vegetable growers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour…