…the state is far larger than when much of its water infrastructure and policy framework was developed. Yet many farmers say water management has not evolved to meet those increasing…
The Rise of Open Range Ranching on the Great Plains
…Texas Northward Cattle ranching began early in Texas, where Spanish and Mexican traditions of cattle management had already taken root. As demand for beef grew in eastern cities after the…
John Duarte Calls for Water Abundance in California
…these years.” A New Approach to Forecasting Water One of Duarte’s most intriguing ideas involves improving reservoir management through advanced rainfall forecasting. He highlighted a forecasting system developed by Rob…
Managing Fire Ants in Almond Orchards with Extinguish® Professional Fire Ant Bait
…ensure the bait reaches active colonies when they are most vulnerable. Growers looking for additional details on application rates, label information, and management tips can visit centralantcontrol.com for more information….
California Water, Energy, and Policy: Duarte, Vanden Heuvel Break It Down
…all have reliable water supplies. His approach includes better reservoir management, expanded infrastructure, and the use of long-range weather forecasting tools that could allow water managers to predict rainfall totals…
Part 1: Almond Red Leaf Blotch Spreading in Central Valley Orchards
…tree health and yield if left unmanaged. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, discusses the growing concern and management strategies in today’s Growing Edge segment. According to…
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
…11,000 acres of cropland between Los Banos and Merced, along with more than 600 acres of wetland habitat along the Grasslands Wildlife Management Area—an important ecological region within the Pacific…
Ethnicity’s Role in Early American Agriculture
…— hallmarks of German-American farm management. Keeping the Farm in the Family German-Americans also demonstrated a strong cultural commitment to maintaining family farms across generations. There was a long-term tendency…
Steve Hilton Lays Out Plan to Revive California Agriculture, Energy, and Water Policy
…simple: support is on the way if the state embraces policies that prioritize food production, economic growth, and responsible resource management. <!– wp:shortcode –> <iframe title=”Freight Industry Warning: California Trucking…
Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture
…relief would come from reducing permit delays, inspection overload, pesticide reporting layers, labor mandates, and escalating fees that are “suffocating” operations across the state. Hilton emphasizes that he has run…
Sharing Knowledge on the Frontier: Early Agricultural Extension in America
…or even months, could not provide timely advice on planting techniques, crop rotation, or pest management. Farmers had to depend on immediate, local guidance to keep their operations running efficiently….
R7 Enterprises: Dave Roberts on Water, Lemons & California’s Farming Future
…remains one of Roberts’ biggest concerns. While recent wet winters helped replenish supplies, the implementation of SGMA (Sustainable Groundwater Management Act) could permanently reshape farming in the Central Valley. Roberts…
Kern Oil Documentary Highlights Human Cost of California Energy Policy
…broader themes of accountability and governance. With California facing budget challenges and rising living costs, the hosts discussed whether better management of existing natural resources could help stabilize local economies….