…our rural communities, vulnerable populations, and essential workers—while continuing important investments in rural and farm production programs, agriculture and medical research initiatives, international aid, and nutrition. I am pleased the…
Chicken Fitbit Helps Identify Mite Infestations in Poultry
…mite issues during the research experiments. The overall project has significant potential for further research opportunities moving forward. “There’s definitely more work that needs to be done before we…
Avocado Production Using a Trellis System?
A frame of Allesbeste Nursery’s video on trellising trials in South Africa California avocado production could start to include the use of trellis systems if future research shows that the…
Chlorpyrifos Alternative Plan Released After Months of Work
…need to be revisited as California’s finances become clearer. The investment in research and development of alternative materials may require a heavier reliance on the private sector as the state…
Community Members Encouraged to Support UC ANR Funding
…investments to states and additional funding for agricultural research and cooperative extension. Listen to the radio report below. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
Emphasizing Importance of Coronavirus Safety Standards to Employees
…a priority. So, we’re trying to give people guidance as to what they really need to be focused on.” Industry groups such as CFBF, FELS, and the Western Center for…
Citrus Industry Encouraged by Potential of New HLB Treatment
…excited to hear some good news, but we know there’s a long way to go in the research process.” The research project was led by UCR geneticist Hailing Jin, who…
California Prune Board Authorized to Continue for Another Five Years
…forward, the California Prune Board has outlined several priorities to focus on in the years ahead. Areas of emphasis include further nutrition and production research, as well as working towards…
New Management Practice Proposals Being Accepted for AMMP
…meet California’s aggressive methane reduction goals by 2030,” CDFA Secretary Karen Ross said in a news release. “We are committed to collaborating with stakeholders, CARB, academic researchers and sister state…
Sudden Vine Collapse Becoming Better Understood
Researchers have been working on a project to get a better understanding of a viticulture issue now known as Sudden Vine Collapse (SVC). Initially discovered in the Lodi area, the…
Healthy Soils Program Accepting Proposals for New Practices
…propose cannot be proprietary, or require the use of exclusive products, materials, or equipment. Proposals much include peer-reviewed research which demonstrates the practice will be effective in improving soil health…
COVID-19 Farm Survey Open Until July 10
The California Farm Labor Contractor Association and the UC Davis Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety is asking for feedback from the agricultural industry. Farmers and ranchers are being…
Bayer Litigation Results in $10 Billion Settlement
…of an independent Class Science Panel and the creation of a class of potential future plaintiffs. Bayer will be spending up to $1.25 billion for the panel to research whether…
How to Grow Eggplants in Containers
…the ground. Be sure to do your research on fertilizer, water, and proper pruning. The best companion plants for Eggplants are Marigold, Tarragon, and Thyme. Also be sure to keep…