…described the company’s Nutriq technology as a key component of its fertilizer products, designed to improve nutrient availability and reduce the potential for nutrients to become tied up in the…
Holloway Agronomist Highlights Soil Health and Gypsum Benefits
…Holloway supports growers with gypsum, compost, lime and other soil amendments that require transportation to the farm. Through its products, delivery services and educational efforts, the company aims to help…
GUSS Advances Autonomous Spraying to Boost Farm Efficiency
…GUSS Thompson encouraged interested growers to visit GUSSAg.com to learn more about the company’s autonomous spraying equipment and available solutions. The company also welcomes visitors to its facility in Kingsburg,…
California Water Crisis, Rising Costs and Crop Protection Take Center Stage
…Burkdoll discussed Valent USA’s Intuity fungicide and its potential role in protecting grapes and strawberries from fungal diseases. With the possibility of increased rainfall during the coming winter and spring,…
Kyle Kirkland Targets Water, Agriculture and Costs
…California growers competing with imported commodities, including avocados from Mexico, when local producers face substantial expenses and regulatory obligations. Kirkland said lawmakers should consult farmers and industry experts before introducing…
Whole Vine Festival Celebrates Central Valley Agriculture
…toward the event. Those interested in sponsorship or getting involved can contact Vickie Goudreau at vickiegoudreau@gmail.com or visit thewholevine.com. Goudreau also encouraged supporters to follow the festival on Facebook and…
Dave Puglia on California Ag, Water, Labor and Automation
…information about Western Growers, visit Western Growers at wga.com. The organization’s official contact information includes info@wga.com and 1-949-863-1000. Western Growers Association Website: wga.com Phone: 1-949-863-1000 Email: info@wga.com Dave Puglia on…
California Walnuts Face Global Challenges and New Opportunities
…said California has a major advantage over competitors: quality. California walnuts are known for flavor, color and shelf life, but producers face substantially higher costs than competitors such as China….
Michael Gates Talks California Agriculture and Public Safety
…he is from Southern California, Gates said his previous work as a private attorney representing trucking companies brought him to the region frequently. “I love the Central Valley,” Gates said,…
Van Groningen: California’s Pumpkin King Talks Farming, Family and the Future
…and Bryan Van Groningen for the complete conversation. For pumpkins, watermelons, fall décor, school programs, fundraisers and product information, visit vgandsons.com. Van Groningen & Sons lists info@vgandsons.com as its general…
Global Cherry Production Set for Record as U.S. Crop Declines
Picked, red, ripe cherry fruits in a wooden box, on a plantation Image by caocao1211967.gmail.com/DepositPhotos Global cherry production is forecast to reach a record 5.44 million metric tons this season,…
EPA and HHS Coordinate Glyphosate Review
…EPA’s public comment period on glyphosate is scheduled to close Sept. 24. The comments will be part of the broader review process as the agency evaluates available information and considers…
Specialty Crop Leaders Push for Trade, Food Safety and Farm Bill Changes
…several major issues facing specialty crop producers across the country. Trade remains near the top of that list. Puglia said Western Growers supports extending the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, but wants changes…
RanchBot Brings Real-Time Water Monitoring to Agriculture
…also emphasized that satellite information can be combined with land-based sensors and other technologies to provide a more complete picture of water availability and use. Water Challenges Stretch Across the…