…speed, and sprayer size, all of which must be tailored to the specific orchard and the day’s conditions. Wind direction, humidity, and target pest also play major roles in determining…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-31-24
…management, although enforcing these policies remains complex due to the wolves’ status under various endangered species protections. The conversation highlights the multifaceted nature of the problem, including issues around depredation…
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…by Seppi M. and Gearmore, Inc Chino, CA, USA Engineered to boost soil health and vineyard management efficiency, the Seppi Miniforst CL175 stands as a testament to our commitment to…
California Navel Orangeworm Program Looking For More Participation
…Looking For More Participation Larva of navel orangeworm Credit: UC IPM/Jack Kelly Clark The goal of the NOW program is to develop an area -wide integrated pest management program that…
Natural Disaster Costs to California Agriculture
…the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Here are some of the key findings: According to USDA, there are 1.9 million farms in the United States that are responsible for producing…
Almond Update: Conference Session Highlights Post-Harvest IPM
DepositPhotos image The Almond Conference featured an insightful session on integrated pest management (IPM) for post-harvest pest control, moderated by Gabriele Ludwig, Director of Environmental Affairs for the Almond Board…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…Update. Gabriele Ludwig, Director for Environmental Affairs with the Almond Board of California, discusses insights from a session on post-harvest pest control for almonds. Key highlights include integrated pest management…
NRCS Introduces New Strategy to Strengthen Tribal Partnerships and Support Agricultural Traditions
…for Tribal agriculture and natural resources management, supporting the cultural traditions and economic well-being of Tribal communities across the country. NRCS Introduces New Strategy to Strengthen Tribal Partnerships and Support…
USDA on Screwworm Control
New World screwworm (NWS, Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a devastating pest. When NWS fly larvae (maggots) burrow into the flesh of a living animal, they cause serious, often deadly damage to…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-18-24
…Bird Flu Management plans for agriculture operations. Sabrina Halvorson speaks with Mark Cady, Senior Environmental Scientist at the California Department of Food and Agriculture and President of the California Chapter…
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
…really putting more stress on the Christmas trees, making them more susceptible to diseases or pests.” He emphasized that these environmental pressures vary by region, with distinct challenges in the…
More Funding for Screwworm Management
…to Commons. Original uploader was Ellmistfrom New World screwworm (NWS, Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a devastating pest. When NWS fly larvae (maggots) burrow into the flesh of a living animal, they…
NCBA Pushes Back Against Dietary Guidelines
…iron and B vitamins, all for under 170 calories. Research also links beef to muscle health, heart health, and weight management. The NCBA urges flexibility in nutrition advice, allowing Americans…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-11-24
…farmland, destroying crops, and damaging infrastructure including homes, roads, and irrigation systems. The hosts address the broader implications for water management and insurance in the area, noting the challenges farmers…