…and eventually will kill the pest. NOTE: Because the caterpillar must ingest the product, thorough spray coverage is critical. Timing Makes the Difference Walston emphasized that Bt products work best…
USDA Officials Highlight Water, Rural Development, and Specialty Crop Support in California
The AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of federal agricultural initiatives with conversations featuring USDA Rural Development State Director Bryan Anguiano and former San Diego County Farm Bureau President Dana…
Popcorn’s Remarkable Journey Through American Agricultural History
…still enjoy. While countless families struggled financially, popcorn remained inexpensive, costing only five to ten cents per bag. Its low price and simple production made it especially valuable during difficult…
Organic Growers Face Growing Insect Pressure Across Specialty Crops
…insecticidal activity. According to Walston, these products have shown strong performance against spotted-wing drosophila, aphids, citrus mealybug, vine mealybug, and even navel orangeworm in some systems. Coverage Remains Critical Walston…
Edward Ring Warns California Energy Policies Are Driving Up Gas Prices and Hurting Agriculture
…“That adds 50 cents to a dollar to the price of gasoline right there,” Ring explained. The conversation focused heavily on how energy costs directly impact agriculture through fuel prices,…
Early Spider Mite Control Critical in Tree Fruit and Nut Crops
…reduce future generations. Because of its specificity, Zeal MVP fits well into integrated pest management programs without disrupting beneficial insects. Burkdoll stressed that thorough spray coverage remains essential for success….
Point Reyes Ranchers Fight for Survival as California Agriculture Faces Growing Crisis
…food system,” she said. The dairy industry itself remains volatile. Moreda Arend explained that organic milk supplies are currently tight, while feed prices continue rising due to tariffs, droughts, farm…
California Policy, Meat Industry Concerns, and Governor Race Take Center Stage for Agriculture
…portion of the market, questions are being raised about pricing transparency and competition. “When you have less competitors, that means the price for you and I goes through the roof,”…
Potter Valley Water Battle: Farmers Fight to Save Lifeline
…In her view, removing these communities from the land would be a loss not just for agriculture—but for the environment itself. Get Involved: Protecting Potter Valley Covello is urging the…
Potter Valley Fight Intensifies as Community Pushes Back Against Dam Removal and Water Loss
The AgNet News Hour highlighted a growing battle in Northern California, where residents and agricultural leaders are pushing back against efforts to remove key dams in Potter Valley, an issue…
California Insurance Crisis: Can Experience Fix What’s Broken?
…policy decisions coming out of Sacramento. According to her, excessive regulation, price controls, and environmental policies have created an environment where insurers cannot properly assess or price risk. She also…
Insurance Crisis Deepens in California as Ag Industry Faces Rising Costs and Limited Coverage
…multiple sectors. For agriculture, the impact is significant. Farmers are dealing with rising premiums for everything from crop insurance to equipment, vehicles, and workers’ compensation. In some cases, coverage is…
California Crossroads: McClintock on Water, Policy & Ag
…argues, that foundation has eroded. He points to rising costs, population loss, and business flight as signs of deeper systemic issues. According to McClintock, more than a million residents have…
USDA’s Fordyce: Policy, Pressure & Promise for Farmers
…and infrastructure Higher reference prices in ARC and PLC programs 30 million new base acres added for support calculations Improved crop insurance options with better coverage and affordability Fordyce believes…