The state of the industry presentation during the 2022 Almond Conference carried a lot of optimism for the future. There were more than 4,000 registrants for this year’s three-day event…
Almond Matters: Fleabane and Marestail Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, fleabane and Marestail are likely to be germinating in orchards after the recent rains. Growers that were able to get a…
California Could Lose Ground in Autonomous Farming Equipment Development
As the development of autonomous farming equipment moves forward, California could be at a disadvantage. The state has largely been a pioneer in terms of agtech development, particularly for specialty…
Initial Water Allocation for SWP Higher Than Last Year
…ground. The water situation in California appears dire, despite the few rainstorms that swept through the state. As of December 1, many of California’s major reservoirs are sitting at approximately…
Almond Update: 2022 Almond Conference Less Than a Week Away
The 2022 Almond Conference is coming up December 6-8 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento. Sessions will once again be taking place on the first day of…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 12-01-22
…Almond Conference agenda and Fordyce on crop insurance in the Farm Bill. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 11-29-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new pollinator alliance that is seeking to expand pollinator habitat in almond…
Final Food Traceability Rule Released by FDA
…of requirements for sharing entry numbers assigned to imported food. Furthermore, first receiver recordkeeping requirements for growing and harvesting information will now be assigned to the Initial Packer. FDA Deputy…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 11-24-22
…by the sustainable agriculture coalition, and cover crops that can provide dual benefits to almond growers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Doubles Participation from Last Year
…Scientific Officer for the Almond Board of California (ABC), Josette Lewis said the growing interest in cover crops is a positive sign. The practice of cover cropping has shown to…
Agronomic Minute: Potential of On-Farm Groundwater Recharge
Drought conditions and the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) are putting a squeeze on California growers. Principal Analyst with the Almond Board of California, Jesse Roseman said…
USDA Continues Investments to Support Beginning Farmers
…in the professional development of our nation’s newest farmers and ranchers will help our food and agriculture sectors to flourish from the ground up,” USDA Under Secretary for Research, Education…
Farmer Input Sought on Funding Priorities for the Inflation Reduction Act
…nation’s effort to address climate change, and we want to hear from people on the ground how to implement our programs to maximize climate benefits, promote equity and assist all…
Almond Update: Educational Sessions at TAC to Highlight Important Industry Topics
…in almond production,” Saa noted. “So, in this session, we will first gain insights on the way that they grow almonds and then move to a discussion about current and…