…in plant tissues. Ethylene is responsible for flower senescence, fruit maturation, and fruit drop. By reducing ethylene levels during bloom, ReTain helps extend flower longevity, giving blossoms more time to…
Kern Oil: Rickey Bird on California’s Energy, Community, and the Human Cost
…to provide, and, tragically, sometimes their lives, all due to policy, not demand.” Despite these challenges, Bird remains hopeful. He calls for civic engagement and common-sense leadership. “Energy independence, sensible…
John Deere Showcases New 25-HP Compact Tractor at World Ag Expo
…Marketing Manager for John Deere’s compact tractor line, introduced the company’s new 1-Series tractor, a 25-horsepower machine built for comfort, flexibility, and efficiency. The updated model features a heated and…
California Freight in Crisis: Wildwood Express on the Pressures Facing Trucking and Agriculture
…with Wildwood Express For those wanting to learn more or seek guidance, Mark Woods and Jose Nunez are available via email at markjr@wildwoodex.com and jose@wildwoodex.com. Based in Kingsburg, California, Wildwood…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
…info@carbonrobotics.com | sales@carbonrobotics.com | paulm@carbonrobotics.com Social Media: Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok Listen to the full interview and watch the feature video to see AI-powered precision farming in action — a…
From Fresno Legend to Propane Pioneer: Lance Shebelut on Farming Smarter
…liter. For example, an 11-liter motor qualifies for $6,600, and a 12-liter unit for $7,200, with some growers earning up to $10,000. Shebelut notes, “The real savings is day in,…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…not the best place to be,” he said. A Call for Agricultural Engagement Johansson closed with a direct appeal: get involved. Whether through voting, volunteering, or running for local office,…
Using Bt Products During Bloom to Manage Caterpillar Pests
…early planning is key. Starting the season with Bt products helps manage resistance, protect beneficials, and maintain clean crops as the season progresses. For more information, visit Valent.com/DiPel or Valent.com/XenTari….
Don’t Cut Fertility After a Tough Year
…takeaways for growers is to stay committed to a balanced nutrition program—even after frost events, poor pollination, or disappointing crop set. “When spring rolls around and you set your crop,…
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
…without bees, there is no almond crop. As Papagni put it, water, labor, freight, and regulations matter — but without healthy hives in the orchard right now, nothing else counts….
Building a Smarter Crop Nutrition Budget for Next Season
…said, but in some cases, they may be the true limiting factor. If zinc, boron, or other micros are deficient, simply maintaining nitrogen and potassium rates may not deliver the…
Understanding Soil Tests: pH, CEC, and Base Saturation in Permanent Crops
…fertility decisions. In today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales Account Manager for AgroLiquid, walked through how he evaluates soil samples in permanent cropping systems. Rogers said the first number he…
Using Tissue and Soil Data to Build Next Season’s Fertility Plan
…historical data, questioning routine practices, and understanding nutrient relationships, growers can build a smarter, more efficient fertility plan for the upcoming season. For more information on fertility strategies, visit AgroLiquid.com….
Using PGRs to Extend Bloom and Improve Nut Set in California Orchards
As California growers prepare for bloom, timing and crop management decisions are coming into sharp focus. In today’s Growing Edge segment, Poli Francescatto, Valent BioSciences Global Technical Development Manager for…