Fire ants remain a persistent challenge for California almond growers, impacting both crop quality and worker safety. John Mays, Senior Director of Specialty Agriculture with Central Life Sciences, says choosing…
Early American Farmers and the Cycle of Moving West
…fertile ground and repeat the process. This cycle—farm until fertility declined, sell the property, and move westward—became a common pattern during America’s early agricultural expansion. While this approach helped drive…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…including almonds, pistachios, tomatoes, cotton, garlic, onions, and herbs. This diversification helps manage risk, but one issue overshadows everything: water. With allocations as low as 15%, growers are forced to…
Managing Fire Ants in Almond Orchards with Extinguish® Professional Fire Ant Bait
Fire ants can create significant challenges for California almond growers, particularly as populations build during warmer months. John Mays, Senior Director of Specialty Agriculture with Central Life Sciences, says effective…
California Water, Energy, and Policy: Duarte, Vanden Heuvel Break It Down
…1970s and increased reliance on groundwater have significantly reshaped the state’s water system. Vanden Heuvel also discussed the impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and how groundwater regulation…
Part 1: Almond Red Leaf Blotch Spreading in Central Valley Orchards
Almond growers across California’s Central Valley are being urged to stay alert for almond red leaf blotch, a disease that is becoming more common in orchards and can significantly impact…
AgNet News Hour Podcast: Business, Ag Education, Water History & Orchard Health
…of almond red leaf blotch across the Central Valley. This fungal disease infects almond leaves during spring, causing orange-colored spots and potentially leading to significant defoliation if left untreated. Burkdoll…
Axios® 20 SC Fungicide Offers Flexible Disease Control for Almond Growers
As California almond growers navigate tight spray windows during the growing season, having flexible and easy-to-use fungicide options can help keep disease management programs on track. Cassie Rieser, Technical Sales…
Six Generations of Farming: Cannon Michael on Water, Innovation, and the Future of California Agriculture
…honeydews Sweet corn Herbs such as cilantro, basil, and oregano Extra-long staple cotton Almonds and pistachios Specialty wheat grown for artisan sourdough bakeries run by his sister in the Bay…
St. Genevieve: Early French Farming on the Mississippi
…the constant threat of flooding and unstable ground. These environmental realities limited rapid expansion. In fact, by 1752, the town had only 23 full-time residents. Most of them were farmers….
Elaine Culotti Pushes for Middle-Ground Leadership and Stronger Support for Small Farmers
The March 2 edition of the AgNet News Hour featured part two of an in-depth conversation with gubernatorial candidate Elaine Culotti, who continued outlining her vision for California’s future —…
CIR Agriculture Harvester Products
…platforms, chutes and a multitude of replacement parts for nut harvesting and harvesting equipment and much more! Both our in-store and outside sales staff have the knowledge to answer any…
Bees Are Gold: Why Almond Growers Can’t Afford to Miss Pollination in 2026
…no almond crop. California’s almond industry relies almost entirely on managed honey bee pollination. Each year, virtually every commercial hive in the United States migrates to California for almond bloom….
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…Assemblymember James Gallagher terming out, Johansson says District Three needs someone who can “hit the ground running on day one.” Representing Rural California in an Urban Legislature District Three stretches…