…established. Thorough spray coverage is critical because caterpillars must ingest the product for it to work effectively. Monitoring adult moth activity and preparing for egg hatch can help growers maximize…
Blueberry Boom: How the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Is Fueling the Future of America’s Favorite Superfruit
…The accelerator has quickly become one of the most unique marketing initiatives in specialty crops. Participants compete in a Shark Tank-style competition that offers mentorship, industry exposure, and $20,000 in…
Pork Industry Leaders Highlight Trade and Animal Health Priorities at World Pork Expo
…from policymakers and industry stakeholders. Disease prevention and preparedness efforts have become increasingly important as producers work to protect the nation’s swine herd from potential threats. “Another one would be…
Managing Lepidopteran Pests Deep Dive – Part 1
…to develop resistance quickly. The combination of multiple DBM generations throughout the season and limited feeding on treated surfaces contribute to resistance pressure. How Bt Insecticides Work One important tool…
USDA Responds to New World Screwworm Detection Near U.S. Border
…explained that the New World Screwworm is not contagious and does not spread directly between animals and people or from person to person. In addition, it does not pose a…
San Diego Agriculture Faces Rising Costs, Labor Challenges, and Water Concerns
…face higher production costs than many foreign competitors. Labor remains another significant challenge. According to Groot, San Diego County growers struggle to attract workers due to high housing costs and…
USDA Rural Development Highlights Water, Infrastructure, and Economic Growth in California’s Central Valley
Bryan Anguiano California’s agricultural communities depend on more than fertile soil and hard work—they depend on reliable infrastructure, economic investment, and access to water. During a recent visit to Bakersfield,…
California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglas Discusses Federal Support, Water Challenges, and the Future of Agriculture
…leadership and federal policymakers. Douglas explained that agriculture benefits when state and federal governments recognize the economic importance of farming and work together toward common goals. While disagreements between Sacramento…
Fifth-Generation Farmer David Collenberg Enters California Lieutenant Governor Race
David Collenberg California agriculture is at a crossroads, and fifth-generation farmer David Collenberg says it is time for working families, farmers, and rural communities to have a stronger voice in…
Steve Hilton Promises Big Changes for California Farmers, Water, and Energy Policies
…agriculture, water policy, energy costs, regulations, and what Hilton described as the urgent need for “common-sense leadership” in Sacramento. Hilton immediately criticized recent California gubernatorial debates for failing to address…
Steve Hilton Calls for Major Changes to California Water, Energy, and Agriculture Policies
…communities. “We can increase deliveries within our current water infrastructure,” he said while discussing the State Water Resources Control Board and water allocation policies. Energy policy was another major topic…
Jon Kinzenbaw: The Iowa Innovator Who Helped Modernize American Farming
…The company remained family-owned, reflecting its strong agricultural heritage and commitment to serving farmers directly. Revolutionary Equipment Designs Jon Kinzenbaw’s impact on agriculture came through several key innovations that modernized…
Organic Growers Face Growing Insect Pressure Across Specialty Crops
…shorter residual activity and fewer systemic properties compared to conventional chemistries, making consistent control more difficult. At the same time, insects exposed to conventional products in nearby fields can still…
Ranchers Push for More Wolf Management Funding in California Budget
…wolf populations remains inadequate. The proposal includes just $1 million for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Coexisting with Wildlife initiative and does not allocate any new funding specifically…