…California disasters in today’s Agri View. California is where most of our grapes are grown. The reason is simple. It is where most of our wine is made, mostly. Everett…
USDA’s Agricultural Research Service Pays It Forward with Research Achievements
…Administrator Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young. “These technologies exemplify the spirit of scientific excellence and innovation that will continue into the New Year and beyond,” she added. Edible films and coatings—Oxygen exposure…
Still Little to No Pesticides on 2016 CA Produce
…fine against a California grower after an illegal pesticide was detected on his grapes in the marketplace and on the crop in his 43-acre vineyard. This video gives an overview…
Bringing Space Technology to Water Needs in California Vineyards
…data that measure land surface temperature providing information about soil and vine moisture levels and rates of water use or “evapotranspiration.” Winemakers want grapes of uniform quality, and that can…
APHIS Wildlife Services to Begin Field Trials on Feral Swine Toxic Bait
…captured and radio-collared prior to baiting in order to monitor their movements and exposure to the bait. Landowners within 300 meters/328 yards of bait stations will be notified and signs…
Thermal Wall for Garden Plants
…to act as a thermal mass heater. For best results, a wall that faces to the south will get the most sun exposure to heat up throughout the day. The…
Credits Approved for Continuing Education Seminar for Ranchers
…Agricultural Biologist and Inspector Ken Griffin will be discussing permitting requirements and reporting pesticide use for common ranch pesticides. Other presentations will cover smoke management programs and burn permits, along…
NIFA Funds Food Safety and Nutrition to Promote Safe Food Supply
…North Carolina, $300,000 More information on these projects is available on the NIFA website. Among previously funded projects, University of Rochester and Cornell University scientists investigated compounds in wine grapes…
Almond Board: Farmland Trusts
…fertile soil and diverse land resources allows year-round production of many agriculture commodities. The state produces more than 400 crops, and its top five commodities are: Milk and cream Grapes…
Agri View: Grape Farming Growing
Everett Griner talks about grape farming growing across the country in today’s Agri View. Everett gives us a bit of history of grapes and looks at how grape farming is…
Raisin Prices Offset by Lower Production
Raisin prices are climbing back up for grapes this season, but smaller Thompson seedless crops may temper expectations for a lucrative year. A reduction in overall acreage, combined with weather…
2016 Crop Experienced Lowest Raisin Prices in Over a Decade
…receiving $1,081 per ton for their raisin grapes. The 2016 crop year reflected the lowest raisin prices since 2003 when producers were receiving $768 per ton after a sharp decline…
New ARS Website Enhances Access to Scientific Information
…in developing new crops like seedless grapes, carrots, watermelon, and tomatoes; in preventing foodborne pathogens; in developing low-fat cheese; and about countless other ARS discoveries. Notable new features added to…
Farmers in Wildfire Zones Assess Impact
…Smoke taint on grapes represents a lingering concern for Opatz and other growers. “The sooner the fruit leaves the field, the less impact is likely,” he said. Near Atlas Peak,…