Alternative crops are being looked at for high boron areas in Northern California, but research is also looking at helping almond trees. As AgNet West reported this week, pistachios are…
New Proposed Organic Rule Available for Public Comment
…CEO and Executive Director of the Organic Trade Association, Laura Batcha noted in a press release. “This historic rulemaking by USDA will do much to protect organic from fraud through…
Almond Update: Watch Five Tips to Reduce Dust from Sweeper Equipment
As AgNet West reported last week, dust reduction research has led to incentive programs to replace equipment and continuing trials in off-ground harvesting. But what can growers do right now…
More People at Home Has Meant More Farming Complaints
…to submit it to [the Department of Pesticide Regulation] in a timely manner,” Martin explained. There are measures that can reduce the number of farming complaints being made. Growers can…
New Multifaceted Farmworker Safety Campaign Launched
…Fruit Association and California Table Grape Commission. There has been a multitude of efforts to further improve safety mechanisms within farming operations in response to COVID-19. Various associations and agencies…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-05-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the increase in Northern California pistachio acreage, funding for…
Pistachios ‘Eat Boron for Breakfast’, Could Be Northern California Option
Increasing pistachio acreage in Northern California is fueled partly by the trees’ ability to handle boron. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Advisor Katherine Jarvis-Shean said there is a large section of…
The California Kitchen: Blackened Pork Loin
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Blackened Pork Loin with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 T Oil 1/2 a whole…
AB 2959 Raises Concern for Industry Members and Air Quality Specialists
…Several industry groups have indicated they would be working to oppose the bill, including the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF), Western United Dairies, and the California Cattlemen’s Association. While industry…
Making Sense of Biologicals: Biologicals Not Just For An Organic IPM Program
…Taylor Hillman again for another episode of the Making Sense of Biologicals program. The two talk about the myth that biologicals only belong in organic operations and tips for growers to begin…
Conservation at Work: Livestock Pipeline Maximizes Grazing Potential
…top of the hill to drink. So, we were able to come in and help plan, design, and implement a water system,” Area Rangeland Management Specialist with California NRCS Kristan…
Last Chance to Submit Comments on Waste Discharge Requirements for Wineries
…about 2,070. Executive Director of the Monterey County Vintners and Growers Association, Kim Stemler explained how the proposed order will affect wine operations. Listen to the radio report below. Last…
Range Camp Moves to An Online Format This Year
The California Range and Natural Resources Camp for high school students has moved online this year. On a typical year, students will receive a foundational understanding about natural resources and…
CDFA Selects 20 Demonstration Projects for Healthy Soils Program
…Oversubscription reportedly remains high at nearly 200 percent for the HSP Demonstration Projects. The HSP was established as part of the California Healthy Soils Initiative and is funded through California…