…documentation required for application. Additional information is available through UPL representatives, the company’s website, or industry professionals sharing updates on LinkedIn. Growers can visit www.upl-ltd.com for further details. Emergency Use…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 02-17-25
…milk marketing order with Roger Crayon, Chief Economist at the American Farm Bureau Federation. They delve into the detailed process and its significant impact on dairy farmers. The show also…
JBS USA Food Company Settles with the U.S. Department of Labor
DepositPhotos image JBS USA Food Company will pay $4 million to settle with the U.S. Department of Labor for using child labor in meatpacking plants, with funds earmarked to prevent…
Almond Board of California Board of Directors Elections has Commenced
…deadlines, and frequently asked questions can be found at Almonds.com/Elections. All petitions and declarations must state the position for which the candidate is running and be sent to abcbodelections@almondboard.com or printed and mailed to…
Role of Soil and Tissue Testing in Crop Nutrition Planning
…analyzing soil composition, farmers can identify nutrient imbalances and make adjustments accordingly. “It takes the guesswork out of coming up with a nutrition plan,” Isaak said, emphasizing the importance of…
The Growing Edge from Valent: Central Coast Growers Prepare for Spring Challenges
…Development Specialist with Valent USA, discussed key considerations for growers in the region during a recent interview. For vegetable farmers, wet weather poses a significant threat. Crops such as lettuce…
Verdant Robotics Showcases Precision Sprayer at World Ag Expo
…introduced the company’s automated spraying system, which he claims is the only one of its kind that can aim before applying chemicals or fertilizers. According to Sibley, Verdant’s system uses…
37th annual California Small Farm Conference Coming Up
Courtesy of Community Alliance with Family Farmers The 37th annual California Small Farm Conference, featuring over 40 online workshops and a dozen in-person gatherings, will take place from February 23-28,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-05-25
…latest on crop needs from Valent USA. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and…
Valent Midwinter Strategies for Managing Pests and Weeds in Orchards
…help maintain healthy perennial crops during winter dormancy. According to Burkdoll, scale insects such as San Jose scale are a common problem in orchards. He says these pests can damage…
Widespread Workforce Disruptions Not Observed
Immigrant (migrant) seasonal farm (field) workers work a field and pick and package strawberries in Lake Forest, California. Credit: mikeledray / Shutterstock.com Despite reports of unease among farm workers in…
Project Apis m Promotes Cover Crops for Pollinator Health
…streamlined and user-friendly. Growers can apply online, where consultations help select the most appropriate seed mix for their goals. LeDuc emphasized that the program is easy to join, requiring minimal…
California Avocado Harvest for 2025
…friendly California sunshine…where avocados flourish. It’s crafted with care by dedicated local farmers who work hard to ensure every California Avocado season is worth the wait. Committed to responsible, sustainable…
Firestone Making Farm Tires Last Longer
…and our tire engineering expertise, and we really combine those to advance our innovative tire solutions. So we have in house computer experts that virtually design models of the tires…