An incentive program that makes it more affordable for almond and walnut producers to implement low-dust harvesting equipment has more than doubled. The Almond Board of California added that growers…
Air Quality Discussions Include ‘No-Farm Days’
…was very aggressive, including replacement of all almond harvesters with low-emitting upgrades and the possibility of “no-farm days”. The list got a lot of people’s attention. Western Agricultural Processors Association…
Spinach Growers See Increased Demand
…technique organic spinach growers use is harvesting the crop early, before disease symptoms manifest and take over the entire field. Though that means less yield, Trebino said, it’s better than…
Spring Produce
…to disappear rather quickly. Some other spring fresh favorites, include Fennel, Grapefruit and Kiwi. All three of which have been ready since late winter. Peas go in the ground when…
The Western View: The Blossom Trail
…bloom. They are starting their year, growing another crop. The white blossoms of the almonds are gone in Fresno county, butt the pinks of the stone fruit are exploding with…
Almond Board: Leaffooted Bug On The Move
The Almond Board of California said overwintering aggregations of leaffooted bug being monitored have started to break up and are moving into nearby orchards. Director of Agricultural Affairs Bob Curtis…
Strengthening Dairy Safety Net Program Must be Priority as Farm Bill Discussions Commence
…of common food names like parmesan and feta. “If we aren’t in the game actively negotiating on these issues, we are ceding ground to our competitors and those looking to…
Pruning Patience
…winter-hardy. A good example would be crepe myrtle. Many years it dies back to the ground. But then out from the ground comes these bigger chutes that will flower in…
Almond Matters: Making Ag Day, Everyday
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A. Corporation, a movement called Ag Day 365 is looking to expand agriculture awareness to a daily mission rather than once…
Winter Plant Damage
…few weeks before chopping or pulling the plant out of the ground. Because some plants just need a few weeks to show some signs of life again. I’m Cathy Isom……
Agri View: Water War Fight
…much water. He urged the states to continue to negotiate. I would call that an incomplete pass. No ground was gained. Oyster farming in Apalachicola Bay is still a Florida…
Almond Board: Position Report Looks Good
The latest almond position report shows some growth. Richard Waycott, Almond Board President and CEO says the industry is strong, and things are looking especially good this year. Listen to…
National Farm Rescuer Day
…get the crops in the ground – or to the market – from all across the country. Farm Rescue has helped hundreds of families across This Land of Ours, who’ve…
General Mills to Commercialize Organic Perennial Wheat
…soil. Early research shows Kernza’s long roots may help preserve soil, enhance soil health, and reduce nitrogen movement into ground and surface waters. “Research has demonstrated that the ecological benefits…