…U.S. The California Department of Food and Agriculture is offering On-Farm Readiness Reviews for small and very small farms as they prepare for compliance with the Produce Safety Rule. The…
New Walnut Variety Provide More Flexibility for California Growers
…main driver of the program. To try to spread the harvest dates available for growers to make more efficient use of field harvesting equipment and drying capacity,” said Chuck Leslie,…
A Magical Night-Growing Plant with a Sweet Fragrance
…native to the warmer regions even attract fascinating nighttime pollinators like large, green luna moths and hummingbird-like hawk moths. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. A…
Wine Industry Sustainability Highlighted in Recent Report
…California have also been certified, according to the report. Nearly half of all California winegrape acreage is certified when taking other programs into consideration. Certification under programs such as Lodi…
MSOB: FRAC Group History and Increasing Importance in Biological Industry
…industry, but past-UC Cooperative Extension Advisor David Doll said in the latest Making Sense of Biologicals program that both more modes of action and product interaction will affect future application…
American Rescue Plan Legislation Moving Through Congress
…does include several billion dollars for USDA to utilize for purchasing food products as well as taking efforts to help support the ag and food supply chain resiliency during COVID,”…
New Manual Available for Non-Chemical Weed Control
…of Pesticide Regulation Alliance Grants Program. The Best Management Practices for Non-Chemical Weed Control manual incorporates compiled research from knowledgeable experts, with detailed information on application practices and analysis of the efficacy…
Different Types of Greens to Be Growing This Spring
…in salad mixes. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Different Types of Greens to Be Growing This Spring Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
American Farm Bureau Seeking CFAP Application Extension
…change in Administration, has created confusion for farmers and ranchers with respect to eligibility and the application process for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program –Additional Assistance.” An additional $13 billion…
Senate Confirms Tom Vilsack as Agriculture Secretary for the Second Time
…a number of issues he would focus on as Secretary of Agriculture. Climate change, fair markets, and food security have been named as priorities for USDA to continue making progress…
Low Initial CVP Allocations Met with Disappointment
…a human and economic disaster for families on the West side of the Valley and could result in major strains for the nation’s food supply,” Birmingham said in a news…
Best and Safest Method for Using Greywater in the Garden
…or the water that’s leftover after you wash laundry or take a shower is called greywater. And, it’s completely safe to re-use in your garden on NON-food plants, as long…
Industry Members Asked to Participate in Citrus Thrip Research
Researchers are asking for assistance from industry members as they investigate citrus thrips. The pest populations have been known to rapidly develop resistance to management materials. Thrips can cause issues…
Flowers You Can Expect to See Blooming Early This Spring
…your garden! Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Flowers You Can Expect to See Blooming Early This Spring Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…