…timing, ReTain can serve as a valuable tool to support fruit set and help cherry growers maximize yield potential. For more information, visit valent.com/ReTainCA. Always read and follow label instructions….
Kern Oil: Rickey Bird on California’s Energy, Community, and the Human Cost
…find employment in Kern County’s shrinking oil industry. Bird shares, “His story is, sadly, all too common here. Many men in our community lose their sense of purpose, their ability…
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
…Propane-powered irrigation. Why Propane Is Gaining Traction Shebelut’s farms historically relied on electricity and diesel. When a diesel motor failed, his pump company suggested propane — cleaner, efficient, and often…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…across multiple Northern California counties, covering vast agricultural and forested regions. Johansson notes that while rural lawmakers represent enormous geographic areas, more than 30 Assembly members come from Los Angeles…
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,…
Building a Smarter Crop Nutrition Budget for Next Season
…is key. A thoughtful, data-driven approach to budgeting helps ensure every fertilizer dollar contributes directly to yield and long-term orchard health. For more information on crop nutrition planning, visit AgroLiquid.com….
Understanding Soil Tests: pH, CEC, and Base Saturation in Permanent Crops
…and base saturation ratios—and understanding the limitations of permanent crop systems—growers can build more balanced soils and more efficient fertility programs. For more information on soil management strategies, visit AgroLiquid.com….
Using Tissue and Soil Data to Build Next Season’s Fertility Plan
…Manager for AgroLiquid, encouraged growers to take a long-term view by compiling and analyzing multiple years of soil and tissue test results. “Compile as much data as you can. It’s…
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…
Edward Ring Says Energy Abundance Could Transform California’s Water and Agriculture Future
…through the lens of common-sense reform. Ring tackled a growing concern in California: refinery closures and the long-term outlook for in-state oil production. As refineries begin shutting down or repurposing…