…that would have provided much needed risk management tools and a viable economic safety net for America’s farmers and ranchers.” Read his full statement here. California Congressman Jim Costa says…
Costa: House Fails Rural America and Consumers
California Congressman Jim Costa (D) blasted the House of Representatives for “allowing the Farm Bill to disintegrate into petty, partisan politics.” The following is a news release from the office…
Berries and Irrigation Study
…to open or download audio report University of California researchers researchers are taking a close look at berries and changes in irrigation regimes. They’re working in four areas around the…
Almond Board: Almond Conference Scheduled
…calendars out. The Almond Board of California will have its 41st Almond Conference December 3 through 5 in Sacramento. The Almond Conference is an annual event where the Almond Board…
Strawberry Mite Management Symposium
Growers are invited to learn more about mite pest management in strawberries next week. Sabrina Hill has details. Click to open or download audio report The University of California Cooperative…
Restrictions Lifted for Asian Citrus Psyllid in Tulare
…the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Tulare County Agricultural Commissioner worked collaboratively to conduct extensive trapping and visual surveys in the restricted areas. Neither the visual…
Tips for Planting a New Almond Orchard
Though it’s almost time for the almond harvest, the time to plant will be here before you know it. Sabrina Hill shares expert advice for improving yields through planting techniques….
California Ag Labor and Immigration
California farmers are facing another labor shortage this year, and earlier in the season. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to open or download audio report Russel Efird grows grapes, almonds, and…
Battling Navel Orangeworm in Almonds
Is the May spray enough to protect your almond orchard? Sabrina Hill has advice from an expert. Click to open or download audio report IPM Specialist Walter Bentley spoke to…
Nitrogen and Almond Hull Rot
…say. Click to open or download audio report He quoted a UC plant pathologist, who years ago dubbed almond hull rot the “gout of almonds.” He also discussed studies that…
Cotton Production Down
Cotton production is down across the board both globally and domestically, mainly due to weather challenges. Susan Carter has more. Click to open or download audio report…
AgNet West e-News: Boehner Supports Farm Bill; Almond Hull Rot; Race 4 Fusarium
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes information on Boehner’s support of the House Farm Bill, almond hull rot, Race 4 Fusarium and more. Click here to view…
Irrigation and Almond Hull Rot
Changing irrigation routines can help growers battle hull rot in almonds, according to several studies. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio report As California’s almond orchards…
Growers Need to Speak Up on Issues
A Central California ag leader says growers need to make their voices heard on the issues that affect them, especially Central Valley growers on the topic of new nitrate regulations….