…resources that may help growers navigate financial losses associated with smoke exposure events. Industry leaders emphasized the importance of preparation, monitoring and communication as growers work to make informed decisions…
Pollinator Week Webinar to Highlight California Habitat Projects
https://www.pollinator.org/pollinator-week California residents, growers, conservation professionals and pollinator advocates will have an opportunity to learn more about pollinator habitat efforts during a special webinar planned as part of Pollinator Week….
USDA Opens Applications for Expanded Specialty Crop Assistance Program
Image by ilixe48/DepositPhotos Specialty crop growers now have an opportunity to apply for financial assistance through a USDA program that has expanded beyond its original funding level. A recent update highlighted…
California Farm Bureau Highlights Growing Food Animal Veterinarian Shortage
Shannon Douglass The growing food animal veterinarian shortage in California is becoming a major concern for livestock producers and rural communities. A recent report outlined efforts by the California Farm…
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn Talks California Strawberries, Berry Innovation, Labor, Water, and the Future of Farming
…California Strawberry Season According to Bjorn, California’s strawberry season has been anything but typical. A significant heat wave in late February accelerated crop development throughout the state, only to be…
Driscoll’s CEO Says Consumer Education Key to Agriculture’s Future
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn says stronger consumer education, regulatory reform, and support for California farmers will be critical to maintaining a vibrant specialty crop industry in the years ahead. In…
The History of Irrigation: From Ancient Civilizations to Modern American Agriculture
…from corn and soybeans to fruits, vegetables, cotton, and specialty crops. The evolution from hand-carried buckets to highly advanced irrigation systems highlights the remarkable ingenuity of farmers and agricultural engineers…
California Stone Fruit Season Running Weeks Ahead of Schedule
…California, growers and marketers will be closely watching fruit quality, sizing trends and shipping logistics to determine how the remainder of the season unfolds. Hear more about the California stone…
California Trucking Industry Faces Ongoing Pressure From Fuel and Insurance Costs
…or there’s a California one as well. So we’re absorbing it that way,” Woods said. “As far as getting freight increases, it’s tough.” California Trucking Industry Struggles With Rising Costs…
Driscoll’s CEO Discusses Berry Markets, California Farming Challenges
…Chief Executive Officer Soren Bjorn recently joined AgNet News Hour to discuss the current berry season, the company’s growth, and the challenges facing specialty crop growers throughout California and beyond….
Managing Lepidopteran Pests Deep Dive – Part 2
As California growers prepare for increasing Lepidopteran pest pressure, biological insecticides remain important tools in both conventional and organic production systems. Allison Walston, Senior Product Development Manager for Insecticides with…
Harvest Replay: How Innovate Ag Is Helping Specialty Crop Growers Turn Data Into Profit
Steve Mantle of Innovate Ag Labor costs, weather volatility, and shrinking margins continue to challenge specialty crop growers across California and beyond. As producers search for ways to improve efficiency…
Harvest Replay Technology Helps Specialty Crop Growers Improve Labor Efficiency
…platform automatically analyzes incoming data and generates daily reports without requiring additional data entry from growers. To encourage adoption, Innovate Ag is offering pilot programs aimed at helping growers evaluate…
Blueberry Boom: How the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Is Fueling the Future of America’s Favorite Superfruit
…create more opportunities for consumers to enjoy blueberries throughout the day while expanding demand for growers. “We want blueberries to be the world’s favorite fruit,” Cronquist explained. Innovation Driving Growth…