…with conventional products. Doll emphasized that FRAC groups were created to help avoid resistance and biofungicides give producers something to add to their rotation. Listen to the episode with David…
Almond Update: Nitrogen BMPs Research Driven, Upcoming Training
…next week will help producers understand what the research has shown. “We’re going to cover the basics so if you are not familiar with the nitrogen best management practices you…
American Farm Bureau Seeking CFAP Application Extension
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is seeking additional time for producers to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Friday, February 26 is the current deadline to apply…
Wildeye Helps Open Month-Long Celebration for 1,000 Episodes of Farm City Newsday
…Twitter posts that producers need to use for entry. All you have to do is tag a friend who is involved in commercial agriculture in the comments and then share/re-tweet…
Week in Review: WIIN Act Enhancements, Emerging Issue for Tomato Growers
…for tomato producers in California. The National Industrial Hemp Council and The Hemp Industries Association are looking into establishing a hemp checkoff program. With labor a constant concern for California…
New Form Required for Certain NRCS Customers
Producers and landowners involved in certain programs from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) conservation being advised of changes in some paperwork requirements. The Farm Service…
On-Farm Readiness Reviews Still Available for Ag Operations
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is offering On-Farm Readiness Reviews (OFRRs) for small and very small farms. OFRRs are meant to help producers better understand the requirements…
California Avocado Commission Referendum Currently Underway
…to eligible producers and CDFA will be accepting completed ballots through March 17. The sole purpose of CAC is to support the California avocado industry. It is governed by a…
U.S. Cotton Producers Facing Strong Export Competition in 2021
American cotton producers are expected to encounter some significant competition in the global market this year. India’s imports are expected to decline, while Brazil continues to make improvements to their…
Almond Update: Emergency Registration For Bacterial Blast
An emergency registration has greenlighted another tool for almond growers to use through petal fall. As of February 12, producers can use kasugamycin to control bacterial blast. The Section 18…
Farm Mechanization Key to Addressing Labor Issues Moving Forward
With labor a constant concern for California producers, farm mechanization research and investment present a viable mitigation approach. Mechanized farming equipment cannot address all the issues related to the continually…
Fusarium Falciforme: Emerging Problem for California Tomatoes
A new fusarium issue is creating some significant concern for tomato producers. Dr. Cassandra Swett of UC Davis is referring to the pathogen as fusarium falciforme. Swett is a Cooperative…
MSOB: Beneficial Fungi Showing More Benefits Than Pest Control
Beneficial fungi may do more than just help producers combat pests. Entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) are often thought of as arthropod control in the biologics world. However, the beneficial fungi may…
Industry Members Discouraged by Blueberry Investigation Verdict
…producers. The Commission found that increased quantities of blueberry imports did not cause substantial injury or pose a serious threat. The American Blueberry Growers Alliance (ABGA) which includes growers from…