…maintaining productivity. He also stressed the importance of balancing short-term savings with long-term soil fertility. Cutting essential inputs to save money now, he warned, could negatively impact future crop yields….
CattleFax Forecasts Continued Strong Demand and High Price Outlook for Cattle Producers
…U.S. For Mexico and the Southwestern U.S., producers will see drought acreage increase as it has nationwide since June. “Drought will likely increase across the Western U.S. this spring and…
Almond Update: Almond Board Secures Additional Funding to Boost Global Market Development
…U.S. and overseas strengthens its position in competitive funding programs. This long-term relationship helps build confidence in ABC’s ability to execute strategic initiatives that benefit both growers and the industry…
Valent Midwinter Strategies for Managing Pests and Weeds in Orchards
…a similar way but are labeled for slightly different sets of crops. Burkdoll emphasized the importance of good spray coverage and, when possible, combining insecticides with dormant oil. DepositPhotos image…
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…
California Avocado Harvest for 2025
…planting and yield improvement, despite early season challenges from high winds. Inside every California Avocado is a story. It’s shaped by idyllic conditions; full of rich soil, gentle rain, and…
Firestone Making Farm Tires Last Longer
…the wear life of their tires. “I think the main thing is maintaining proper inflation pressure. Having the correct inflation pressure really helps to maintain traction in the field, but…
American Agriculture History Minute: Barns, a Testament to America’s Agriculture History
…sales barn, but still stands now on the Marshfield Fairgrounds. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time. Sponsored Content Let’s…
Almond Update: Coach Prime Representing California Almonds at Super Bowl Radio Row
…made an impact. “So, and I think what’s so great about it is he did this for us last year and it generated some awesome coverage. Like, was on ESPN…
San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition Now Accepting Entries
…be given for gold and silver medals in each category, with overall best in show and a best of the valley award. For more details, visit fresnofair.com. San Joaquin Valley…
Agronomic Minute: Fungicide Resistance in Almonds
…ingredient, quinoprol, classified under FRAC group 52. This marks a breakthrough in fungicide options, as it is the only active ingredient in its group, eliminating concerns of cross-resistance with existing…
Farm Bureau Names 2025 Farm Dog of the Year
…to the rescue by barking for help. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZhRKMwbwXw Farm dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Meet Daisy, the 2025 People’s Choice Pup. Daisy, a rescue pup, is a rescuer…
USDA Accepts EQIP Applications on a Continuous Basis
…benefits. Those benefits include improved water and air quality, conserved ground and surface water, reduced soil erosion and sedimentation or improved or created wildlife habitat. EQIP provides cost share assistance…