…then work them in the ground and shred them up and work them into the soil,” Burkdoll noted. “Or you could go after them on the tree with an insecticide…
USDA to Conduct the 2023 Census of Aquaculture
…showcase the uniqueness of American aquaculture.” NASS has made survey response more convenient with their online Respondent Portal at www.agcounts.usda.gov. On the site, producers can complete their NASS surveys, view historical…
Mating Disruption Incentives Made Possible Through CDFA
…growers along compromised waterways. “We have a responsibility to balance our mission to protect the state’s food supply from pests like the navel orangeworm with the imperative to use the…
AgNet Weekly: Jaime Castaneda on USMCA Dairy Dispute
…AgNet Weekly also traverses the legislative issues of the livestock industry and other matters related to California and Southeast agriculture. https://feed.podbean.com/AgNetWeekly/feed.xml Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
Ten Percent Initial Allocation for State Water Project
…this forecast does not impact current water supplies or water captured in 2023. Fortunately, most state reservoirs remain above average for this time of the year. “California’s water supply continues…
Five HLB-Positive Trees Detected in San Diego County
…the region. It is important to note that this quarantine zone does not overlap with existing boundaries in the Oceanside and Rancho Bernardo areas of San Diego County. CDFA, in…
Almond Update: Actionable Information for Growers at The Almond Conference
…because maybe Telone is too expensive? Do I use different rootstocks that may help?” said Saa. A full agenda and registration information is available at Almonds.com/conference. Listen to the segment…
Almond Matters: Early Planning Crucial with Another Wet Winter Forecasted
…crucial. “Otherwise, you’ve got to put a burn down with it, which you know, there’s always going to be some that come through earlier than later. Weeds don’t always emerge…
California Awards Nearly $35 Million to Address Livestock Emissions
…years. Dairy Plus projects include vermifiltration, weeping walls, and advanced solid-liquid separation assisted by flocculants or bead filters. Collectively, the 12 Dairy Plus projects will reduce emissions by 296,353 MTCO2e…
Leaders Say Battle Over Canadian Dairy Trade Policy Will Continue
…disciplines.” Michael Dykes, D.V.M, President and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA): “First and foremost, IDFA commends the hard work of the U.S. government team that worked on this…
Table Grape Industry Raises Concern Over Chilean Proposal
The California Table Grape Commission supports a decision from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to temporarily halt regulatory work on Chile’s proposed table grape systems approach. Commission President, Kathleen…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 11-28-23
…approach, plus how sustainability efforts in agriculture help build demand for U.S. products. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey Underway
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has initiated the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey by mailing survey codes to selected irrigators nationwide, encouraging online responses to compile a…
Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers
…work while making your shopping list and meals will get you started. Here are some of their composting insights and tips. The benefits of composting. Composting provides several benefits, including…