…or AIM, is a new strategic effort designed to make the almond industry even more efficient and sustainable through the four major initiatives described below. Water Management and Efficiency: This…
California Ag Secretary Lauds Food Safety Program Ready to Implement FSMA Now
Late last year the FDA published the final Produce Rule, which is a key component of new federal food safety laws under the Food Safety Modernization Act, or FSMA. Now…
USDA Expands Insurance Options for Farmers Transitioning to Certified Organic Agriculture
…conventional producer. But today’s announcement enables producers to insure transitional crops to their contract price (within approved limits). Producers transitioning to certified organic production can now use the Contract Price…
Western View: Behind the Sagebrush Rebellion
…did in the late 1800’s. But now, those ranchers apply those hard-won lessons about over-grazing, water management and soil conservation. The ranches have their cattle graze on the public land…
TPP Report on Impacts to Agriculture
…another $1.27 in business activity, it’s critical for policymakers to fully understand how a trade deal affects the sector overall. Here are three important agricultural issues in the agreement. #1:…
Negative Press Fueled by Social Media
…in balanced coverage. Water intensity of almonds and groundwater usage are two of the most discussed topics. ABC is rapidly responding to negative stories and correcting misinformation. Read more from…
USDA, Partners to Invest $720 Million in Conservation Projects
…and wildlife. Conservation activities will focus on developing landowner plans; acquiring easements; layering multiple practices in key riparian corridors, groundwater basins and floodplains; and implementing riparian corridor restoration, water conservation…
USDA Initiative Restores Forests, Reduces Wildfire Threats through Local Partnerships
…project. “Recognizing that different regions have unique challenges and resources, the President has called upon the federal government to act creatively in order to become more responsive to the ideas…
Options for Managing Vine Mealybug
…says there are a few options available for management and timing is key for those applications. Daane added growers can purchase natural defenses, for integrated pest management systems and organic…
Soil Sampling for Salinity Challenges
…Almond Board of California Conference in December and showed growers how some soils can be a challenge to sample. Salinity Management in Fine Textured Soils From the Almond Doctor: Starting…
Farm Planning for The Future
…and dangerous to the future of family relationships and the farm operation. Is your family ready for the ownership and management transitions that will need to take place? Dave Specht…
USDA Announces $58.25 Million to Protect Ag and Plants from Pests and Diseases
…world bollworm (Helicoverpa Armigera): $420,725 to delimit the infestation in Puerto Rico and collect and study samples of the pest; and $470,004 for survey and response planning activities in Florida;…
NCBA Continues to Express Concerns with Market Volatility
…between trading actions, greater enforcement against market spoofing, monitoring and reporting of market misuse, and the release of audit trail data. “While CME has announced certain measures, the effect of…
CCM Responds to Introduction of Feinstein Water Bill
…“The introduction of the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act by Senator Dianne Feinstein identifies several paths by which California can improve…