A current study by the University of California may lead to protecting coastal winegrapes from devastating frosts. Researchers are comparing frost protection methods to find which is the most effective…
Study Could Change Fertilizer Use
…say their results suggest that to reduce these greenhouse gasses, fertilizers with urea should not be used in soils with limited oxygen. According to the EPA, agriculture accounts for over…
New Leader for Citrus Board
…from Widener University School of Law. The Florida Citrus Department is a state agency charged with promoting Florida citrus products and is financed largely through a tax paid by growers…
AgNeTVideo Report: Monterey County Ag Part 2
…with the springtails will help him create a comprehensive plan of action for growers in the area. For a video interview with Monterey County Ag Commissioner Eric Lauritzen, click here….
Another Review for USDA Reports
…Joe Prusacki with the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service says his agency will take a fresh look at the report situation for the next fiscal year, which starts October first….
Teamwork Within USDA For Risk Management
The head of the Farm Service Agency says different parts of USDA are working together to provide risk management tools for ag producers. Rod Bain has more. Click to open…
AgNeTVideo – Wenger Talks About Issues Facing Farmers
California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger spoke to growers during the recent Outlook 2013 Conference held by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers. He discussed a number…
Wenger Says Nitrates a Big Issue for 2013
…up with California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger during last week’s Outlook 2013 Conference held by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers. When asked what he thought…
Wenger Says Not to Let Up on Legislators
…to open or download audio report. California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger spoke at the Outlook 2013 Conference held by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers. He…
Secretary Ross Optimistic about CA Ag
…by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers. Sabrina Hill was there and has this report. Click to open or download audio report. Growers, farm managers, and others…
Growers Speak at Water Hearing
…wants to further limit the supply to Merced, Turlock and Modesto irrigation districts. The plan would leave only a 35 percent flow in the rivers, in an effort to improve…
Advice for Winemakers on Creating Success
…to jump into the industry without a solid plan in place. She said a five to ten year plan is an essential first step. She also advised new and existing…
Wenger Takes On Dairy Protests at Conference
California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger says California farmers and ranchers have several key issues facing them. Speaking at the Outlook 2013 Conference by the California Chapter of the American…
CDFA Sessions on Food Safety
The California Department of Food and Agriculture will be hosting two listening sessions on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Safety Modernization Act Proposed Fresh Produce and Preventive Control…
