…growers along compromised waterways. “We have a responsibility to balance our mission to protect the state’s food supply from pests like the navel orangeworm with the imperative to use the…
Optimism in Christmas Tree Industry
There’s optimism about the future of the Christmas tree industry. Gary Crawford has more coming up on This Land of Ours. Ten to fifteen years ago Christmas tree growers were…
Almond Update: Actionable Information for Growers at The Almond Conference
…Associate Director of Agricultural Research at the Almond Board of California, Sebastian Saa will be moderating several panels focused on actionable information for growers. “I’m quite excited with the content…
Almond Matters: Early Planning Crucial with Another Wet Winter Forecasted
…basically creating a chemical blanket.” Early planning can help growers be better suited to navigate challenges like the ones that arose last season. Growers are encouraged to line up their…
NCGA, BASF Announce 16th Annual Scholarship Program
A scholarship opportunity for undergraduate students who are passionate about agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and BASF have partnered for…
Specialty CROP Act Seeks to Bolster Ag Export Opportunities
…tariffs to onerous labeling requirements, America’s specialty crop growers face a range of barriers imposed by foreign nations that hinder their ability to export their high-quality products around the world,”…
Groups Express Concern About Disaster Relief Changes
The National Corn Growers and 16 state-affiliated associations joined more than 140 allied national, regional, and state commodity organizations opposing changes to USDA disaster relief. The groups sent a letter…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-22-23
…crops, plus why the wine market is still facing several headwinds, and information on climate-smart ag funding for walnut growers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews,…
Almond Update: Reflecting on Current Industry Challenges and Optimism for 2024
…was highlighted during the recent industry gatherings ABC hosted throughout the state. Waycott said that participants offered “some very sober and very realistic observations about where growers find themselves economically…
Climate-Smart Ag Incentives Available to Growers
…Agriculture has lost some of its funding and has been an integral program for walnut growers. This project from USDA can help fill in with important support for growers looking…
Undersecretary Keys in on Specialty Crop Trade
…will include opportunities for businesses within the specialty crop sector. One such trip is planned for April. “One in particular, I’m really excited for, for our specialty crop growers, is…
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Weeds with Preemergents
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are getting going with preemergents ahead of the rainy season. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, Todd Burkdoll…
One of the Worst Powdery Mildew Years in Recent Memory
Grape growers had a challenging season dealing with powdery mildew issues. BASF Technical Service Representative, Kevin Caffrey said it was one of the worst years in recent history. A major…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 11-14-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes why California growers are encouraged to plan ahead after troubles with pests and…