Heat wave in summer with high temperature and lack of water. DepositPhotos image Above normal high temperatures and below normal precipitation in recent weeks has produced mixed harvest of agricultural…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 10-17-24
…their new program, the Almond Learning Hub. That’s coming up in this week’s Almond Update. We also hear about the Center for Irrigation Technology at Fresno State’s Ag Tech Days…
Almond Board Launches New Learning Hub for Industry Professionals
…like dormancy or harvest. There’s also the ability to revisit sessions from past Almond Conferences. “If you happen to miss a session at the Almond Conference… you have access to…
Glassy-Winged Sharpshooters Found in Stanislaus County
An adult glassy-winged sharpshooter (GWSS) was detected in Stanislaus County, prompting a rapid response from local agricultural authorities. The discovery has led to an emergency program and biocontrol measures to…
New Insecticide and Biofungicide Solutions Highlighted at CAPCA Conference
…a good fit for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs. Both formulations are registered and available for use in California. The second product, Basix, is a Bacillus subtilis-based biofungicide. This product…
Applications Now Open for OFRF’s 2025 Farmer-Led Trials Program
DepositPhotos image Organic and transitioning farmers and ranchers can now apply for the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF)’s Farmer-Led Trials (FLT) Program for the 2025 season. This program offers a…
New Fungicide, Axios 20SC, Offers Almond Growers Disease Control and Sustainability
…benefits. Axios 20SC also has a low use rate—only five fluid ounces per acre—and a 14-day pre-harvest interval (PHI), making it easier and more cost-effective for farmers to apply. Additionally,…
Study: Wildfire Smoke Cuts Nut Production in California Orchards
…sunlight. As a result, carbohydrate levels in trees dropped, leading to a reduction in nut yields. The lingering effects of smoke persisted even after the fires, leading to harvest reductions…
NRCS Announces $100 Million in Federal Assistance for California Farmers and Ranchers
…2025. Farmers and ranchers interested in applying for the first round of funding through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) should submit applications by November 15, 2024. Carlos Suarez, NRCS…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for those who lost their food assistance cards. The agency is also working with schools to ensure children continue to receive meals, even if schools…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 10-11-24
…and Milton. He discusses key measures such as SNAP program flexibility, opportunities for hot meals, and meals for schoolchildren. For farmers, a variety of aid programs are available, and USDA…
State Water Board Approves Rate Hikes for 2024-25, Impacting Farmers and Groundwater Recharge Projects
DepositPhotos image The California State Water Resources Control Board has approved rate increases for the 2024-25 fiscal year, impacting various water quality and water rights programs. These increases aim to…
USDA Invests $46 Million to Support Veteran and Underserved Farmers
…Torres Small. “These investments provide beginning, underserved, and veteran farmers with the resources and mentoring needed to succeed.” USDA programs, such as the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP)…
USDA Awards $25 Million to Support Specialty Crop Exports
Tractor with boxes of freshly picked Pinot Noir grapes at the wine harvest. DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced over $25 million in funding for eight…