…initiatives could impact farmers. New blackberry varieties have been released by the Agricultural Research Service. Also, it’s that time of year again for the Mummy Shake, learn all about the…
Almond Update: It’s Time to Mummy Shake!
Almond Board of California‘s Halloween-themed campaign to support winter sanitation is officially open. The Mummy Shake contest is in its third year, and it’s a fun way for industry members…
Golden Valley FFA Named California’s Top FFA Program
The California Future Farmers of America (FFA) Association named the top chapters in California for 2020. The ranking of FFA chapters is based on several 2020 statistical performance indicators. The…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 10-29-20
…initiatives could impact farmers. New blackberry varieties have been released by the Agricultural Research Service. Also, it’s that time of year again for the Mummy Shake, learn all about the…
Safflower Shows Potential as Winter Forage Crop for Dairies
…the crop as forage for dairy cattle in California. The early observations demonstrate quite a bit of promise for the crop. Further research looking into the crop’s viability for dairy…
EPA Approves New Dicamba Registrations
…an additional OTT dicamba product. The announcement comes with additional control measures for the products to ensure the safety of the environment. “With today’s decision, farmers now have the certainty…
Final EQIP Rule Announced with New Enhancements
…improvements through EQIP. Announcements for California funding selections for EQIP will be made early next year. EQIP applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The payment rates for conservation practices…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 10-28-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering citrus psyllid’s way of transportation, farmers getting paid $7…
The California Kitchen: Brown Butter Scallops
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Brown Butter Scallops with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 T Vegetable Oil TT S+P…
Research Continues to Address Southern Blight in Potatoes
An ongoing research trial is looking at protecting California potatoes from southern blight. The pathogen is particularly concerning because there are no California registrations for potato fungicides that include southern…
The Western View: Weather or Not
…or floods in California. Actually, these forces affect weather in various ways in various parts of the world. It’s supposed to be a La Nina year, which would usually mean…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 10-28-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering citrus psyllid’s way of transportation, farmers getting paid $7…
Future Navel Orangeworm Issues with Warming Temperatures
…will be economically and environmentally costly to California – a fifth generation of navel orangeworm, the most destructive pest of almonds, walnuts and pistachios. Navel orangeworm (NOW) will be more…
Officials Addressing the 74 ACP Discoveries Found North of the Grapevine
…California, making the rise in discoveries north of the Grapevine more concerning. Despite mitigation efforts, it is likely the pests are being unwittingly transported by industry members. “We’re going to…