…labels on products that contain chemicals that cause cancer or have other reproductive effects. A coalition of agricultural groups including the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) had challenged the…
Week in Review: New Beetle Confirmed in Multiple Crops & Good Year for California Rice
A new beetle for California growers to be aware of, Carpophilus truncatus, has been identified in both almond and pistachio orchards. Reports indicate that it has been a tumultuous year…
Daniel Hartwig to Take Helm as President of the California Fresh Fruit Association
…2019. The CFFA, a government relations organization serving the fresh fruit industry for over 87 years, plays a crucial role in representing the interests of growers, shippers, marketers, and associates….
Almond Update: 2024 Almond Leadership Program Taking Applications
…up of predominantly growers and processors, but it is open to a wide array of industry members. “We see lots of members who work on the crop input side. We’ve…
A ‘Wild Ride’ for Almond Growers Dealing with Pest and Disease Challenges
Reports indicate that it has been a tumultuous year for almond growers. The rollercoaster ride began with an abundance of snow and rain, a blessing that soon turned into a…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-08-23
…ag pest that could cause problems for some growers in California, and an interview with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
Almond Industry Gatherings Prove to Be Insightful
…setting. The tour kicked off in Shafter and concluded in Orland. The gatherings allowed the Board and Turner to gain insights into the collective thoughts of growers and handlers. This…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 11-06-23
…impacts, comments from Vilsack on why ag trade promotion efforts are important, and the wild ride for almond growers dealing with damage this year. Tune in to the show for…
Confirmed Finds of Carpophilus Truncatus in Almonds and Pistachios
A new beetle for California growers to be aware of, Carpophilus truncatus, has been identified in both almond and pistachio orchards. Australia has been dealing with the pest in almonds…
El Niño, Winter Weather, and Impacts on Agriculture
…meteorologist Brad Rippey starts with Western water supplies for irrigation, where water storage was boosted by last winter’s significant precipitation accumulation, however: “Some of the biggest reservoirs, especially those in…
New Paid Sick Leave Requirements to Become Effective January 1, 2024
…of the legislation is to provide support to workers, certain employers have voiced apprehensions about the amplified financial strain. Numerous agricultural associations, including the California Farm Bureau Federation and Western…
Almond Update: Automation is the Next Step in Irrigation Efficiency
As growers continue to make strides in improving efficiency in their irrigation approaches, automation presents a significant opportunity. Senior Manager of the Almond Board of California’s Field Outreach & Education…
Navigating MRL Issues for Citrus Exports
Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) are a constant concern for growers. MRL issues can create a variety of obstacles depending on which market citrus exports are destined for. While the industry…
Ag Export Market Development to Receive $1.3 Billion in Support
…Associates (USW) and the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) expressed their appreciation for Secretary Vilsack’s announcement, acknowledging the $2.3 billion funding opportunity for U.S. wheat growers. NAWG President Brent…