…safer and more sustainable ways to manage pests”, said DPR Director Val Dolcini. He referred to the advancements already made in the citrus, strawberry, and almonds industries and added, “California…
Pressure is Rising to Reinstate the Organic Animal Welfare Rule
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…treat only when necessary. Listen to Haviland’s full interview. Almond Update: Spider Mites the Focus of Next Training Tuesday Register for the ‘How to Combat Webspinning Mites’ at Almonds.com. The training runs…
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The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley!
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Safe Line Speeds During COVID-19 Act Reintroduced
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2019 Crop Report Shows More Than $50 Billion in Cash Receipts
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Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-10-21
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Report Highlights Impact of Weak U.S. Dollar on Ag Exports
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Almond Update: Nitrogen BMPs Research Driven, Upcoming Training
…interview. Almond Update: Nitrogen BMPs Research Driven, Upcoming Training Producers can find the Nitrogen Best Management Practices and registration for the nitrogen ‘Training Tuesday’ at Almonds.com. About the Author Taylor Hillman Sponsored Content Fungicide…