New research supports the theory of stocking up post-harvest carbohydrates for almond trees. Carb-Loading Almond Trees Post-Harvest At a recent field day, Cooperative Extension Pomology Tree Nut Advisor David Doll…
Groups Mobilize Aid in the Wake of Big Wildfires
…Fire struck in the middle of winegrape harvest, Lake County Winegrape Commission President Debra Sommerfield described the region’s grape growers and wineries as “an experienced and resilient farm community, committed…
Farmers Report Shortage of Help to Harvest Crops
…the harvest season. Steve Scaroni, whose company harvests fresh fruit and vegetables throughout California and Arizona, uses the H-2A program to hire harvest employees. He said his demand for H-2A…
Keeping Potassium Levels Up During Season
In some cases it can be valuable for almond growers to keep potassium levels up during the season to help post-harvest. Keeping Potassium Levels Up During Season Cooperative Extension Pomology…
The Western View: California Grown
…being shared by most of California. Even almonds have been vindicated. The Los Angeles Times recently published an article about the almond harvest, and showed the many benefits of growing…
USDA Extends Dairy Margin Protection Program Deadline
…when the margin – the difference between the price of milk and feed costs – falls below the coverage level selected by the farmer. “The fall harvest is a busy…
Maximizing Nitrogen During Post-Harvest
An almond field day earlier this month focused on post-harvest management including maximizing growers’ nitrogen applications. Maximizing Nitrogen During Post-Harvest The San Joaquin Sustainable Farming Project held a post-harvest almond…
USDA Commits $2.5 Million to Expand New Farmer Education
…strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community…
American Agri-Women Finishing Drive Across America as Part of 40th Anniversary Celebration
…educational, advocacy and member networking events. The drivers have often stayed in members’ homes and been treated to home-cooked meals, barbecues and harvest dinners in the field. The group has…
Water Cuts Threaten Rice Field Bird Habitat
With rice harvest underway, Sacramento Valley farmers say they’re concerned about getting autumn water on fields for crop decomposition and habitat for migrating birds. Officials have not announced final decisions…
USDA Offers Help to Fire-Affected Farmers and Ranchers
…the RMA Agent Locator. When wildfires destroy or severely damage residential property, Rural Development (RD) can assist with providing priority hardship application processing for single family housing. Under a disaster…
Tight U.S. Supply Boosts Sales of Specialty Eggs
…liquid eggs, he said, noting that liquid eggs sold in the state do not have to be compliant with Proposition 2, which took effect in January and requires more housing…
Navel Crop Estimated Large, Might Miss Target
…harvested last year. The varieties forecast in this report include conventional, organic and specialty Navel oranges. The Agricultural Statistic Service conducts the crop survey and generates its projections based on…
State Pear Growers Report Quality Crop
…growers in the state, Adobe Creek finished harvesting Bartlett pears last month and is wrapping up harvesting of later varieties such as the Golden Bosc. Owned and operated by Ken…