Global trade is an important aspect of the almond industry with 70 percent of the crop moving overseas. Almond Board of California’s Vice President of Global Market Development Emily Fleischmann…
Quick and Easy Do-It-Yourself Herb Gardens
Quick and Easy do it yourself herb gardens. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Herbs are among the easiest edible plants you can grow. There are endless possibilities…
NRCS Reminds Farmers of Benefits Provided Through No-Till November
COURTESY: NRCS The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is once again reminding farmers about No-Till November. California growers are being asked to consider their options when it comes to tilling…
Virtual Events Proving Successful for Attendees and Exhibitors
The restrictions on large gatherings due to COVID-19 has resulted in conferences and trade shows being turned into virtual events. Online offerings of the move prominent events have been largely…
Foodservice Slow Rebound Helping Producers Grind Through Year
A slow and turbulent recovery from the foodservice industry shutdown is helping growers limp through 2020. Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia began his current position just over a…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-19-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering what the CDC defines as a COVID outbreak and…
Researchers Working to Evaluate Nematicides in Various Crops
Root knot nematodes are some of the most problematic nematodes for California growers. Management programs typically involve pre-plant soil fumigants as well as soil-applied nematicides. Work is being done looking…
Keeping Mums Looking Their Best in Cooler Months
…pick carefully when buying mums at your local grocery. These plants often get under, or overwatered, which stresses the plants so they won’t perform as well for you. For best…
Ag Groups Supporting Costa to Lead House Agriculture Committee
…access to it. We are confident that Congressman Costa will lead on these issues to the benefit of American farmers, ranchers, communities, and families.” The letter details some of the…
Disappointing Table Olive Harvest Highlights Deeper Industry Issues
…Werner noted. “Consumers are not aware that Bell-Carter/DCOOP is contributing to the demise of planted acres in California because they seek to supplant Californian grown olives with cheaper, inferior olives…
Time to Consider Growing Your Own Vegetables
…it does take some planning. Since most of us enjoy the fruits of a spring and summer harvest, right now is the right time to get into planning mode. From…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 11-18-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including researchers evaluating steam for weed and disease control, what’s…
UC Nitrogen Management Course Available Through December 31
…Certified Crop Advisor continuing education units. The subject matter touches on the objectives established by the American Society of Agronomy for the new California nitrogen specialty exam. The video series…
Comment Period Open Until November 24 for Organic Cannabis
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has regulatory information for the certification of cannabis that is comparable to the National Organic Program. The OCal Program is a statewide certification…