…County Farm Bureau March 19: Bakersfield, UC Cooperative Extension Kern County Farm and Home Advisors Office At each workshop, Lauren Fann, ABC’s pest management specialist, will provide an overview of…
USDA Won’t Impose Ban Despite New Case of Mexican Screwworm
…fatal damage. The pest can also infect wildlife and, in rare cases, humans. Despite the concerns, the USDA insists that its pre-clearance inspection and treatment protocol will ensure the safe…
Agronomic Minute: Almond Growers Face Challenges with Botrytis and Hull Rot
…bloom spray applications, but continued monitoring of weather conditions is key,” she said. She recommended scouting for signs of summer diseases, including alternaria, anthracnose, and scab, particularly in orchards with…
Applications Open for California Agricultural Leadership Program Class 55
…than 1,400 individuals have completed the program and gone on to become influential leaders in agriculture, business, government, and their communities. Participants will engage in leadership theory, communication, critical thinking,…
Almond Update: Almond Board Kicks Off 2025 Election Cycle
…Stewardship Work Group, and Global Market Development Committee. Committee membership applications open in June, with new appointments announced in August. Interested individuals can learn more about board elections, committees, and…
U.S. Bird Flu Response Hampered by Trump Administration
DepositPhotos The U.S. response to the ongoing bird flu outbreak has faced significant disruption in the early weeks of the Trump administration, raising concerns among federal officials, state agencies, veterinarians,…
Understanding Nutrient Management for Permanent Crops
…and calcium, understanding nutrient interactions is critical. Soil chemistry can influence how nutrients behave, sometimes limiting availability to crops. For example, excess calcium can tie up phosphorus in the soil,…
Agronomic Minute: Emergency Use Exemption Approved for Bactericide in Almond Orchards
…recent years. The exemption covers up to 107,143 acres of almond orchards across 16 counties, including Fresno, Merced, Stanislaus, and Yolo. Under the exemption, growers may apply Kasumin 2L by…
JBS USA Food Company Settles with the U.S. Department of Labor
…child labor and support victims, particularly in Alabama, Colorado, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska. JBS must also hold third-party contractors accountable for child labor in 2022. JBS USA Food Company Settles…
Almond Board of California Board of Directors Elections has Commenced
…The ABC board sets policy and recommends budgets in major areas, including marketing, production research, public relations and advertising, nutrition research, statistical reporting, quality control and food safety. Serving on…
American Beef Labeling Act Introduced to Codify MCOOL
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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
Lettuce Field in Salinas Valley DepositPhotos image As Central Coast farmers transition from winter into early spring, managing disease, weeds, and pests remains a top priority. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market…
Verdant Robotics Showcases Precision Sprayer at World Ag Expo
…and growers can take advantage of them today,” he said. For more information, Verdant Robotics provides details on its website, verdantrobotics.com, where farmers can explore whether the system fits their…