…to open or download audio report University of California researchers researchers are taking a close look at berries and changes in irrigation regimes. They’re working in four areas around the…
Vilsack on Immigration Reform
Secretary Tom Vilsack says immigration reform is not only needed, but crucial to the nation’s agriculture. Susan Carter reports. Click to open or download audio report…
Almond Board: Almond Conference Scheduled
The Almond Board of California Conference has announced the dates for its 2013 conference. Sabrina Hill has details. Click to open or download audio report Almond growers – get your…
Strawberry Mite Management Symposium
Growers are invited to learn more about mite pest management in strawberries next week. Sabrina Hill has details. Click to open or download audio report The University of California Cooperative…
Immigration Reform Bill
The Senate is continuing debate on the controversial Immigration Reform bill. Agriculture Secretary Vilsack says that bill is hugely important for agriculture. Gary Crawford has more. Click to open or…
Agriculture Secretary Against Big SNAP Cuts
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says cuts in the SNAP program in the House version of the farm bill would hurt farmers. Gary Crawford explains. Click to open or download audio…
Restrictions Lifted for Asian Citrus Psyllid in Tulare
…the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Tulare County Agricultural Commissioner worked collaboratively to conduct extensive trapping and visual surveys in the restricted areas. Neither the visual…
California Ag Labor and Immigration
California farmers are facing another labor shortage this year, and earlier in the season. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to open or download audio report Russel Efird grows grapes, almonds, and…
Irrigation and Almond Hull Rot
Changing irrigation routines can help growers battle hull rot in almonds, according to several studies. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio report As California’s almond orchards…
Growers Need to Speak Up on Issues
A Central California ag leader says growers need to make their voices heard on the issues that affect them, especially Central Valley growers on the topic of new nitrate regulations….
Agritourism in California
Agritourism is a growing trend in many parts of California. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Agritourism is becoming increasingly popular, especially around California’s many ag-based…
Almond Symposium Today
…over two years. California is the world’s largest almond producer, and while there have been symposiums in other parts of the state, the Central Valley growers went about two years…
AgNeTVideo: Agriculture and Social Media
Tips for ag producers on using social media. AgNet West on Facebook AgNet West on Twitter For the article on enhancing social media marketing, click here….
Ag Secretary Vilsack Pleased with Senate Vote
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack comments on the Senate passage of the farm bill and talks about what lies ahead for that legislation. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or…