…“If drones and helicopters couldn’t stop them, how is a guy on horseback supposed to?” he asked. The impact goes far beyond livestock losses. Ranchers are now pulling cattle out…
Spring Fertigation Strategies to Improve Efficiency in Tree Crops
…those demand curves,” he said. Rather than applying large amounts of fertilizer all at once, Rogers recommended smaller, more frequent applications to improve efficiency and reduce losses. Applying a large…
Sonoma County Agriculture: Challenges, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
…to attend and immerse themselves in Sonoma County Agriculture. Admission is free; parking is $5. Registration is required; 1200 maximum attendance. This would be another great AgNet West inclusion and coverage….
Early Spring Moves That Protect Yield in Tree Fruit and Grapes
…so well, how bare trees enable superior coverage, and which application conditions can make the biggest difference in performance. You’ll hear guidance on building an effective dormant insecticide program, including…
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
…Bowl, where wings rule the roost. For football fans looking to add protein to their spreads at an affordable price, wings are king of Super Bowl menus.” Putting 1.48 Billion…
Bloom Window Nutrition: Key Considerations for California Tree Crop Growers
…to protect nutrients from tie-up and environmental loss, helping ensure quick availability and effective foliar uptake during these critical growth stages. For more information, visit AgroLiquid.com. To hear more Agronomic…
Heather Hadwick Sounds the Alarm on California’s Growing Wolf Crisis
…to watch repeated losses. Wolves have been spotted near schools, playgrounds, and neighborhoods—creating widespread fear. Legislative Action and the Fight for Balance Hadwick is introducing two bills to address the…
Potter Valley Dam Removal Threatens California Water Supply
…even a 10% reduction in water supply could result in a $65 million loss and 200 lost jobs. Beyond farming, Lands emphasized public safety risks. Reduced river flows would increase…
Kalem Barsarian Sounds the Alarm on the Future of California Raisins
…tons this season, meaning surplus inventories continue to build. That oversupply has weakened grower prices and intensified pressure on packers and farmers alike. Barsarian also points to massive acreage losses….
Potter Valley Water Fight Intensifies: Todd Lands Warns “This Could Happen Anywhere in California”
…paying the price. Lands said local leaders tried to work through state channels but were repeatedly told it was “too late” and the outcome was already decided. That’s when the…
California Pears vs. Argentina Imports: Chris Zanobini Sounds the Alarm on a Market Under Pressure
…environmental compliance—yet they aren’t paid extra for meeting those standards. Imported pears, meanwhile, can arrive cheaper by $5 to $10 per box, making them attractive to retailers focused on price…
Why California Agriculture Is Losing Ground Despite Feeding the World
…California has already lost millions of farmed acres, dropping from roughly 29 million acres to about 24 million over the past few decades. While other states might offset acreage losses…
Shannon Douglas on California’s Big Five: Water, Labor, Regulations, Wolves, and the Future of Farm Tech
The January 16 edition of the AgNet News Hour delivered one of the most wide-ranging conversations of the week as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill continued their coverage from…
California Ag Spotlight: Farm Bureau & Almond Updates
…to save farmers over $2 billion annually, to expanded Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, enhanced dairy support, and efforts to rebuild the cattle herd, Rollins…