…of specialty crops and other sales-based commodities will now be eligible for assistance. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) has established October 12 as the deadline…
CRP Acreage Falls Short of Goal at Just Under Three Million Acres
…million acres are also scheduled to expire by October of 2022. However, the enrollment periods for the CRP Grasslands Signup, as well as the Continuous Signup remain open. USDA is…
Problems and Solutions When Growing Artichokes
Some problems and solutions when growing your own artichokes at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Artichoke Aphids Pinterest image Artichoke Slug UCANR image Painted Lady Caterpillar…
Almond Update: Sweeper and Pickup Tips to Reduce Dust
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has a variety of resources available to growers to help them reduce dust during harvest. Efforts to address issues of harvest dust are a…
Research Grants Available from Organic Farming Research Foundation
…of the application process. A subset of applicants will then be invited to submit a full project proposal sometime in October, with full proposals being due in December. Farmers and…
Almond Update: Diligent Industry Efforts to Reduce Dust at Harvest
Almond growers are continuing to make strides in their efforts to reduce dust during harvest. The work is being undertaken as part of the Almond Orchard 2025 goals, which include…
New Online Course on Vertebrate Pest Management Available
…those interested in receiving the Continuing Education Units (CEU) and the certificate. UC IPM is offering a reduced price for registration through October 31, by entering a voucher code of…
Farm Bureau Extension Continuing Education Series Begins July 15
…class provides information on common violations. Pesticide training requirements will be the topic of discussion for the October 7 class. The November 18 session will provide updates for personal protective…
Partnerships Sought for Restoring Wetland Ecosystems
…2022 which is scheduled to begin on October 1. An upcoming workshop on July 15 will provide additional information on wetland ecosystem restoration and opportunities offered through WREP. WREP Program…
Another Salmonella Outbreak Report Leads Back to Adjacent Land Use
The official report on the latest salmonella outbreak related to peaches points to adjacent land use as the potential cause. Between August and October of last year, the U.S. Food…
In-Person National FFA Convention Returns to Indianapolis
…the Indianapolis Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, on October 27-30. Last year’s convention was held as a virtual experience due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event typically attracts more…
CDFA Set to Update SWEEP, Public Comment Being Accepted on Draft Report
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is taking public comment on proposed updates to the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP). Last October, CDFA’s Environmental Farming Act…
Salmonella Outbreak Report Points to Adjacent Land Use
…and October 2020. The outbreak stemmed from red onions sourced from the Southern San Joaquin Valley and Imperial Valley. While no deaths were reported, more than 1600 cases of illness…
Over $2.3 Million Invested in Small Business Innovation Research
…request for Small Business Innovation Research applications will begin in July and end sometime in October. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content…