Several almond production trends were highlighted during last month’s Almond Conference in Sacramento. Slowing increases in bearing acreage over the past several years was highlighted by various reports. More detailed…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 01-05-23
…with the current storm, Urban county committees and the election process, and the almond supply and demand equilibrium could be on the horizon. Tune in to the show for these…
How the LandFlex Incentive Program Can Assist Dairy Farmers
…and temporarily fallow ground that relies on groundwater needed for domestic wells. “If they were to enroll some acreage they would be paid immediately for that year of fallowing,” said…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 01-03-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers USDA investing $9 million in bioproduct development, the LandFlex program for almond growers…
Almond Update: Looking Forward to 2023 with Industry Optimism
As the year wraps up, Almond Board of California (ABC) President and CEO Richard Waycott explained that there is reason for industry optimism in the year ahead. The past 12…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 12-29-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts on rural communities when drought prevents production, reasons for the almond…
Almond Matters: Prepping for Next Season with Winter Programs
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, as the calendar year comes to a close, growers are working to finish up their winter programs. A lot of herbicide…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 12-22-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the potential inclusion of cannabis at CFBF, almond acreage showing a decline for…
Almond Update: Almond Acreage Drops Amidst Challenges
For the first time in more than two decades, California almond acreage decreased year-over-year. Land IQ’s 2022 Standing Acreage and Removal Final Estimate shows that total standing acreage as of…
LandFlex Program to Help Farmers Transition Away from Groundwater
The new LandFlex program from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) seeks to reduce groundwater demand through incentives. Administered in partnership with local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs), the program…
Almond Update: Great Experience and Attendance at TAC 2022
The Almond Conference (TAC) for 2022 concluded last Thursday, after three days of educational sessions and networking opportunities. Specialist of Industry Relations for the Almond Board of California (ABC), Rebecca…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 12-15-22
…2022 Almond Conference and the big minimum wage jump for small employers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News…
California Chill Report: Progress Thus Far This Season
…of success in a California almond trial in the Madera area this past year. “Typically, with an almond application you want to spray 30 days before anticipated bud break,” Meyer…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 12-08-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the almond industry challenges provide an opportunity to grow and innovate, a new…