…and Plant Health Inspection Service’s Plant Protection and Quarantine Program gives some statistics that show just how many avocados come from Mexico. “The popularity of Mexican avocados is undeniable,” he…
Program Working to Deliver State-of-the-Art Plant Science Technology
The program working to deliver state-of-the art plant science technology to meet identified conservation needs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Brooksville Plant Materials Center (FLPMC) Serving states…
Agronomic Minute: Vineyard Weed Control in Dry Conditions
…significant rainfall in recent weeks is shifting some application practices. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith said addressing weed management through drip irrigation can be effective and provide some added…
Nationwide Program Helping Restore and Sustain Healthy Natural Ecosystems
…Center in August 2018. There were 60 attendees including Service center staff, who brought producers to the event. The National Resources Conservation Service – or NRCS – operates 25 Plant…
Hearing on USDA Inspector General Report on Civil Rights Complaints
…resources need to be brought be bear, including efficient staffing and an effective technology system. Monitoring and oversight of partnerships with other agencies is necessary to ensure that all are…
New Fungicide Provides Flexible Tool to Help Combat Resistance
…fruit can help California growers combat resistance in their operations. BASF Technical Service Representative Dr. Kevin Caffrey explained that the isopropanol- azole has a link on the molecule which allows…
Reduced Risk FRAC 3 Fungicide Lends Itself to Exportability
…tree fruit, and pome fruit. BASF Technical Service Representative Dr. Kevin Caffrey said the new active ingredient Revysol was developed with the global market in mind. “We wanted strong activity,…
Avocado Imports from Mexico Resume
…inspector from USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) had been threatened. After a week of negotiations between both countries, APHIS’ avocado inspection program has been reactivated. “This is…
USDA Announces the Appointment of Karli Moore to Serve on the Farm Service Agency State Committee in California
…strong safety net through the administration of farm commodity and disaster programs. Additionally, through conservation programs, FSA continues to preserve and protect natural resources and provides credit to agricultural producers…
Secretary Vilsack to Discuss Climate Change During Trade Mission to Dubai
…and hold events focused on the United States’ commitment to working with international partners to combat climate change. Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley kicked off the trade mission, with…
US Reportedly Stopping Shipments of Avocados from Mexico
…carrying out inspections in a city in Michoacan when the official received a threatening call on their cell phone. The US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is now…
Inaugural Global Harvest Automation Report Details Interest and Investment
…“The same three-quarters have basically less than five customers and less than five robots in service. So, it’s fair to say it’s a very early game in spite of all…
NASDA Sets Priorities For Farm Bill Advocacy
…on the following topics to form their Farm Bill conversations including, agriculture research, animal disease, conservation and climate resiliency, cyber security, food safety, hemp, invasive species, local food systems, Specialty…
Agronomic Minute: Protecting Pruning Wounds in Vineyards
…live in the vineyard year-round become airborne and freshly pruned vines can become infected with multiple pathogens. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith said that growers are fighting against several…