…integral partner in the fight against Huanglongbing (HLB) and the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), responsibilities of grower liaisons may include conducting outreach directly to growers in the designated counties or…
Legal Challenges to Prop 12 Continue With Support from 20 States
The legal challenges brought against California’s Proposition 12 are continuing to move forward. The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), and the North American Meat Institute…
Almond Update: New California Pollinator Coalition Launches
…Over 20 other associations and groups have already joined the coalition including the California Farm Bureau Federation, Western Growers, California Citrus Mutual and others. Listen to Lewis’s full comment during…
Pest Management Workgroup Seeks Sustainable Alternatives to Pesticides
…safer and more sustainable ways to manage pests”, said DPR Director Val Dolcini. He referred to the advancements already made in the citrus, strawberry, and almonds industries and added, “California…
The Western View: Really, It’s April Fool’s Day
…and Citrus Industry Magazine. The Western View: Really, It’s April Fool’s Day About the Author Len Wilcox Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran a newspaper and has…
The Western View: Colorado Governor, Activists Target Livestock Producers
…civilized. Sorry to disappoint. But keep your hands off my steak. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. The Western View: Colorado…
The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley!
…View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley! About the Author Len Wilcox Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-12-21
…to fill out, the overall “pretty good” citrus harvest, and port congestion now being addressed by federal officials. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…
Citrus Harvest Looking ‘Pretty Good’ Overall
Citrus harvest has been moving along nicely for a favorable market. California Citrus Mutual President Casey Cramer earlier this month said the harvest was going pretty well so far this…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-10-21
…Diamondback Moth IPM trial showing effectiveness in mating disruption and data shows citrus tarping has a positive impact on ACP movement. Tune in to the show for these news stories,…
Data Shows that Citrus Tarping Having Positive Impact on ACP Movement
Data shows that regulated tarping practices for citrus are having a positive impact on mitigating the movement of Asian citrus psyllid (ACP). Researchers at the Data Analysis and Tactical Operations…
Chores Needing to Be Done in the Garden in March
…drier, and the weather is ideal for gardening in the western region. Hand-pulling weeds, while they’re still small, should be on your March to-do list. And, fertilize established citrus trees. Listen…
Port Congestion Being Addressed by Federal Officials
Federal Maritime Commissioner officials are moving forward with an investigation into port congestion in California. The focus of the investigation is related to detention and demurrage practices of ocean carriers…
The Western View: Ag Safety Awareness
…Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. The Western View: Ag Safety Awareness About the Author Len Wilcox Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran a…