…Department to consider extending the CFAP sign-up deadline,” Duvall noted in the letter. “The recent Regulatory Freeze Pending Review on all new and pending executive actions, though common during a…
Low Initial CVP Allocations Met with Disappointment
…Joaquin Valley and on the Eastside will need to rely heavily on groundwater supplies, just as they did in 2020,” the Friant Water Authority said in a written statement. “This…
Industry Members Asked to Participate in Citrus Thrip Research
Researchers are asking for assistance from industry members as they investigate citrus thrips. The pest populations have been known to rapidly develop resistance to management materials. Thrips can cause issues…
U.S. Forest Service Hosting Week of Invasive Pest Webinars Beginning Today
…are scheduled to being at 12:30 p.m. The SCIENCEx webinar series brings together scientists and land management experts to provide insight on the best practices to address natural resource challenges across the…
Week in Review: WIIN Act Enhancements, Emerging Issue for Tomato Growers
Legislation introduced by Representative David Valadao seeks to enhance certain aspects of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act. A new fusarium issue is creating some significant concern…
Almond Update: Emergency Registration For Bacterial Blast
…interested in making the application are encouraged to visit their Honey Bee Best Management Practices. The BMP’s can be found at almonds.com under the grower’s tools section. ABC also has a Quick…
Fusarium Falciforme: Emerging Problem for California Tomatoes
…data, the pathogen has been documented in over 100 fields across California. While there are no known management tools available at the moment, some progress has been made looking at…
MSOB: Beneficial Fungi Showing More Benefits Than Pest Control
…act as a stimulant for the plant as well. In the latest episode of the Making Sense of Biologicals campaign, UC Cooperative Extension Advisor Dr. Surendra Dara discusses research over…
RENEW WIIN Act Introduced in Congress by Central Valley Lawmaker
…(RENEW WIIN) Act is Valadao’s first legislative action since his return to Congress. The legislation is designed to extend the general and operations provisions of the WIIN Act. “The RENEW…
Industry Members Discouraged by Blueberry Investigation Verdict
…market, especially during our critical growing and harvest seasons.” The investigation was initially launched in September 2020 at the request of the U.S. Trade Representative. ABGA actively participated in the…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 02-15-21
…opportunity for farmer-led climate solutions, and an ag lender’s perspective on water futures and groundwater trading. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle…
Ag Lender Perspective on Water Futures and Groundwater Trading
Water futures and groundwater trading was the central focus of the most recent meeting of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture. Several panelists and speakers weighed in on…
Applications Being Accepted for Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards
…success in all three of the other areas of sustainable winegrowing. Listen to the radio report below. Applications Being Accepted for Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards About the Author Brian German…
NASDA Seeks More Flexibility for Specialty Crop Block Grants
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is asking for additional flexibility when it comes to Specialty Crop Block Grants. NASDA has sent a letter to U.S. Acting…