…to that.” Dahlke says underground reservoirs are the preferred storage solution if the industry can get the water too them. “With climate variability basically causing more extreme events…the water demand…
The Western View : Internet of Things
…farm’s internet of things – all these smart devices that tell us what’s going on around us. The problem is, we have this vast internet, but the devices don’t talk…
USDA Awards $113 Million to Support Specialty Crop Production, Grow Opportunities for Rural Communities
…to sustain the supply of high quality lettuce in the face of changing technology and climate. The University of Florida will research management strategies for Laurel wilt, a lethal disease…
UC Berkeley to Lead Study of Crop Drought Tolerance
…in drought conditions, an increasing concern for agriculture as the effects of climate change are felt in California and globally. UC Berkeley researchers will partner with scientists at UC Agriculture…
2015 Water Year Hottest and Driest on Record – From the California Department of Water Resources
…years of drought. Lower-than-average precipitation and record warm temperatures during the traditional winter wet season produced the diminished snowpack. According to the California Climate Tracker, the winter average minimum temperature…
Agri View: Bee Smart
Everett Griner talks about bees in the classroom in today’s Agri View. Bee Smart…
USDA Funds New Pilot Project
…Grant Program (CIG) to help farmers and ranchers implement practices that will make their operations more resilient to climate change. This will be the first large-scale pilot project generating greenhouse…
Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine in Portions of L. A. County
…some of the same reasons other travelers do – the pleasant climate and the tremendous variety of food, for example. Fortunately, we have a great track record of eradicating these…
State Board Drops Planned Grazing Rule
…hydrology, topography, climate and land use of that region; Consider using best-management practices where appropriate; Consider establishing monitoring requirements, including watershed-wide or regional monitoring programs, to assess effectiveness of best-management…
Water for Food Security, A Global Conference At UC Davis
…pressures on water supplies — all under the added threats of climate change and soaring energy prices. The conference will address key issues on the global level down to the…
DuPont Pioneer Commits $300,000 to Food and Agricultural Education Grants
…globally. Addressing the unique challenges of our local communities promotes economic growth, improved health and overall quality of life – all factors important to a healthy and strong business climate….
Agri View: Climate Change
Everett Griner talks about climate change, real or imagined, in today’s Agri View. Climate Change…
First University of California Smart Phone App for Integrated Pest Management Outreach
The University of California Cooperative Extension’s Strawberry and Vegetable Crops and Affiliated Integrated Pest Management Advisor, Surendra Dara created the first free IPM info smart phone app for agricultural professionals….
California State Climatologist: Do Not Count on El Nino to End Drought
…of having a wetter winter. Unfortunately, due to shifting climate patterns, we cannot even be that sure.” State Climatologist Michael Anderson. The current drought has resulted in observations of new,…