In an open letter to California citrus growers, Jim Gorden, chair of the Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Committee, emphasized the importance of cooperation of all growers to keep huanglongbing…
Almond Update: Mating Disruption Could Be ‘Backbone of Any IPM Program’
Mating disruption is a critical component of an integrated pest management (IPM) program to address issues of navel orangeworm (NOW). A breakout session during the 2021 Almond Conference focused exclusively…
MSOB: Understanding Bacillus-Based Products and Grower Needs
…they may actually have very different characteristics. One may be appropriate for the disease you’re trying to control whereas the other one is not,” Johnson noted. “So, you really have…
Agronomic Minute: Adding Biosolutions to Cropping Systems
…yields to protect from pest and disease damage. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith said biosolutions come in a variety of different forms. “They can be plant health types of…
Almond Update: Groundwater Recharge Guide Available to Growers
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has worked with other collaborators to develop a new resource for growers interested in groundwater recharge. Released at The Almond Conference 2021, the new…
Common Diseases that Pose a Threat to Your Strawberry Crop
…There are 5 common diseases that can cause big problems for your Strawberry plants, and if they become infected, the plants could die. One bacterial disease that’s tough to get…
CAWG President John Aguirre to Step Down After 12 Years
…address Pierce’s disease, the glassy-winged sharpshooter and the control of other pests; passed amendments to California’s processors law; and worked to protect growers from onerous new labor and environmental regulations….
Multistate Scientists Seek HLB Tolerance
A $1.5 million emergency grant is enabling scientists in citrus-producing states to find trees tolerant to the devastating citrus disease HLB. The disease has crippled Florida’s citrus industry and has…
Small Amount of Black Beans adds Multiple Health Benefits
…showed decreased levels of LDLs, the so-called bad cholesterol, and triglycerides which are both risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Even more encouraging, the study found that adding black beans to…
Health Benefits of Holy Basil and How to Use It
…A, K and C, calcium, zinc, iron, Manganese, and chlorophyll. It has a history of treating disease, and reducing stress and anxiety, and is beneficial for digestive support and brain…
Multiple Rice Grower Events to Begin 2022
…disease management, fertility, and invertebrates. Research updates will also be provided on new herbicides in weed management, as well as ROXY rice production systems. The morning meeting on Monday, January…
Projects to Support Animal Health Receive More Than $16 Million
…more informed animal movement decisions in high-consequence animal disease outbreaks. Other projects include efforts to develop point-of-care diagnostic tests that can rapidly detect foreign animal diseases. APHIS is awarding $7.6…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-10-21
…Representatives, NIFA investing nearly $11 million to combat and prevent Citrus Greening Disease and agriculture and related industries providing 10.3 percent of U.S. employment. Tune in to the show for…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
…saturated fat and low cholesterol diet and not resulting in increased caloric intake, may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. (FDA) One ounce of walnuts offers 18g of total…