…of drought, flood and other severe weather; sequester carbon and create biodiversity in our rural landscape. “International Year of Soils provides an opportunity for us to learn about the critical…
Forecasted Cold Temps Fail to Materialize
…costs create another two dollars per acre in cost per day. “Given the drought situation most growers are being very judicious in utilizing ground water and our information is that…
Climate Change Contributing to Drought
Climate change is becoming more of a public topic, and at a recent conference it was shown to be a contributing factor to the drought. Climate Change Contributing to Drought…
Limited Vine Rootstock Qualities
…a rootstock. UC Davis Researcher Kevin Fort says simply choosing the stock that has the best drought resistance may be susceptible to nematodes. Unfortunately most of the available rootstocks don’t…
Product Promotes Bee Activity
…Tech CEO Tom Brown said applying natural, supplemental pollen across an entire field can make a huge difference. The drought is taking its toll on bees as well. Less standing…
State Wheat Production May Jump in 2015
…increasing his wheat acreage by about 2,000 this year, whereas he let about 3,000 acres sit fallow last year due to the drought. “It’s been a tough two years out…
Brown Administration Opposes Federal Drought Legislation
…species, and fragile ecosystems — all are suffering from these unprecedented drought conditions. With a possible fourth year of drought, these same state and federal agencies are working to prepare…
All Rootstock Qualities Important
It’s important to not overlook qualities other than drought tolerance when choosing a rootstock. All Rootstock Qualities Important At the 2014 Sustainable Ag Expo last month, UC Davis Researcher Kevin…
USDA Joins Global Partners to Kick Off International Year of Soils in 2015
…Dust Bowl era of the 1930s, the nation’s largest environmental disaster caused by over cultivation, drought and record-breaking temperatures. “NRCS conservationists work with America’s farmers and ranchers to take care…
Agriculture Emerging: a progress report at CDFA
…share our recent successes and provide updates on many ongoing efforts. Agriculture has its share of challenges, starting with the drought. Looking ahead, though, global demand for California’s commodities is…
Farm Leader on House Bill HR5781
Congressman David Valadao Introduction of new drought-related legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives keeps the issue “front and center” in Washington, according to the president of the California Farm…
CFBF President’s Message: One Opportunity Lost; One Remains
Paul Wenger A message from Paul Wenger, President, California Farm Bureau Federation 2014 will certainly be one for the record books. The drought will be the topic long remembered, but…
Timing of Drought Stress Important
If you are forced to expose your crops to drought stress there might be one time better than the other. Timing of Drought Stress Important UC Davis Post-Doctorate Researcher Kevin…
USDA to Survey Farmers’ Planting Intentions for 2015
…stocks. Having experienced volatile growing conditions this season – including floods, drought, and wild fires in some parts of the country, it’s vital for farmers and facility operators to respond…