…consumption because it’s not convenient. (Although it’s getting increasingly more convenient with delivery options these days.) Anyway, while I do subscribe to the advice of reducing the amount of hyper-processed,…
Urban Agriculture Grants and Cooperative Agreements Selected by USDA
…and fulfillment of farming and partnerships; and produce environmental benefits by reducing food waste and creating compost that can be used in a variety of farming operations.” The Urban Agriculture…
USDA’s Climate-Smart Initiative Celebrated by Industry Members
…environment, our farms and ranches, and rural communities,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Reducing barriers, addressing challenges, and encouraging opportunities for all farmers and ranchers, no matter…
Climate Neutral: Getting Beef and Dairy There by 2050
…to reach that point within the timeframe. In a recent white paper, co-author Frank Mitloehner points out that reducing methane within both industries will ultimately be the key. Another point…
USDA Takes Steps to Build More Sustainable, Resilient and Inclusive Food Systems
…comprehensive and effective school feeding programs worldwide. The United States, led by USDA, is also supporting the global Food is Never Waste Coalition, and reaffirming its commitment to reducing food…
Reducing Irrigation Achieves Same Quality and Yield in Winegrape Research
New winegrape research looking at irrigation levels has produced some positive results for growers in coastal areas of California. Lead author of a research paper that was recently published, Kaan…
Study Finds Genetics Rather Than Environment Are Source of THC Levels in Hemp
…reducing some risk for growers. Senior author of the study and professor in the horticulture section of the School of Integrative Plant Science in the College of Agriculture and Life…
Almond Update: Sweeper and Pickup Tips to Reduce Dust
…low dust equipment and implementing dust-reducing practices. ABC has a set of tips for using sweeper and pickup equipment to address dust issues in orchards. The recommendations are designed to…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-12-21
…dust in your almond orchards, a water coalition urging the House to act quickly on the infrastructure bill and the optimism for moving forward to address water following the curtailment…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-05-21
…reduce harvest dust in almond orchards by 50 percent and the adoption of the emergency curtailment order by the state water board. Tune in to the show for these news…
Almond Update: Diligent Industry Efforts to Reduce Dust at Harvest
…Brian Wahlbrink noted the successes he’s seen with off-ground harvest and dust reduction. “Some of the benefits of off-ground harvest beyond reducing dust is keeping dust and mites out of…
Public Good Achieved Through Agricultural Regulations Warrants Public Support
…costs for chipping their trees, or watering the roads to keep the dust down, or sending in tests for their wells to third-party consultants, that might cost hundreds or even…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 07-29-21
…picks up, the regulatory pressure on California production having an impact globally, and get the low down on almond grower’s experience with dust reduction in this week’s Almond Update. Tune…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Details Grower’s Experience with Dust Reduction
A recent episode of the Almond Journey podcast from the Almond Board of California (ABC) highlights one producer’s experiences with dust reduction. Bret Sill is the ranch manager for Sill…