California Ag Day is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18 on the west steps of the State Capitol. Join CDFA and our partners, California Women for Agriculture and the California Foundation…
Interview on Luna Fungicide by Bayer
Joel Lipstick, Product Manager for Bayer CropScience discusses Luna Fungicide for California crops and the importance of maintaining fungicide treatments even in dry times. Joel Lipstich talks about Luna by…
Growers Can Help Protect Bee Health
Becky Langer, Director of the Bayer Bee Care Program, talks with Sabrina Hill about bee health and how growers can help protect bees. Becky Langer – Bayer Bee Care Program…
Agriphar Products for Citrus and Almonds
Chris Wooley, North America Marketing Director with Agriphar Crop Solutions, discusses two products for California crops – one that fights Asian citrus psyllid in citrus, and one that fights pests…
Zero Allocations…Again
…environmental successes achieved. Since 1992 those sourcing water from the Friant system have been paying additional dollars per acre foot for environmental enhancements with no accountability. The state of California…
CFBF Leader on Water Shortage, CVP Zero Allocation
…from the water bond approved by California voters last November. “Farm Bureau and other organizations will continue to work with the California Water Commission to ensure that bond money for…
Statement of Don Peracchi, President of Westlands Water District, on Bureau of Reclamation’s Allocation Announcement
For the second year in a row, California farmers will not be receiving any water from the Central Valley Project. The announcement today from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation that…
Tomatoes on Drip Might Need Added Potassium
…tomato crops that are being irrigated with drip lines. Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Gene Miyao says growers should be monitoring potassium levels and be prepared to supply it if needed….
What ‘Potential to Discharge’ Means to You
The term ‘potential to discharge’ is causing concern amongst growers when it comes to reporting irrigation practices to area water coalitions. What is ‘Potential to Discharge’ Local water coalitions mailed…
USDA Provides One-Time Extension of Deadline to Update Base Acres or Yield History for ARC/PLC Programs
…short grain rice), safflower seed, sesame, soybeans, sunflower seed and wheat. Upland cotton is no longer a covered commodity. To learn more, farmers can contact their local Farm Service Agency…
The California Kitchen: Salmon Kale en Papillote
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing California Salmon Kale en Papillote with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 6-ounce skinless Salmon fillets Seafood Seasoning…
DuPont Pioneer Enhances Grower Service and Support
…for growers seeking innovative solutions,” Reno said. “Our team of experts will be available to help growers identify the right solutions to help get them to their yield goals in…
Big Fresno Fair Announces New San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition
…California Olive Oil Council, headquartered in Berkeley. The judging panel will be comprised of six olive oil sensory experts provided by the California Olive Oil Council. Winners will be announced…
Assembly Member Gray Announces Joint Committee Hearings on Rail
…Senate Select Committee on Rail. It will focus on rail funding, governance, and safety. “Rail transportation is an important next step in California’s infrastructure future,” said Assemblymember Gray. “This Committee…