…up to the 60s during the day, and the bud temperatures get even higher than that because the sun is shining on them all day,” he said. Cooperative Extension Advisor…
USDA Grants California Over 5 Million for Citrus Greening Research
…nation’s citrus industry, citrus greening disease, also known as Huanglongbing (HLB). UC Riverside will receive $5,112,000 of that funding for a program to design and identify bactericides that can cure…
Funding for Potato Breeding Research
…Cooperative Extension System’s eXtension initiative, an online training resource for extension and other professionals who help bring the latest research to use by the agricultural workforce. Examples of previously-funded projects…
USDA Invests in Citrus Greening Research
…and ensure the long-term viability of agriculture. NIFA’s integrated research, education and extension programs support the best and brightest scientists and extension personnel whose work results in user-inspired, groundbreaking discoveries…
Funding to Support Agriculture Programs at Hispanic-Serving Institutions
…and agricultural industry careers to all their students, including Hispanic students.” California State University, Chico While research and extension activities may be included in a funded HSI Education project, the…
Funding to Support Agricultural Education at 1890s Land-grant Institutions
…the NIFA 1890s Facilities Grants Program web page for more information. Previously funded projects include an outreach and teaching facility for livestock at Tuskegee University. The university’s Cooperative Extension division…
CRB Researcher Honored with Presidential Award
…build amazing collaborative teams and to translate her work into language laymen like myself can understand. Her cooperative, honest, and direct workstyle are models I use when evaluating other scientists….
Rains Don’t Damper Citrus Harvest
…that makes it more manageable. Couple that with cooperative weather and it looks like this season should be a positive one for California citrus growers. “The quality is outstanding. The…
Five Myths About the Veterinary Feed Directive
…important antibiotics for use in animal feed and drinking water. Medically important antibiotics are those used in treating human diseases as well. Chris Richards, Oklahoma State University Extension, is a…
Funding to Foster the Agricultural Science Workforce
…and advanced innovative and transformative initiatives to solve societal challenges and ensure the long-term viability of agriculture. NIFA’s integrated research, education, and extension programs support the best and brightest scientists…
Farm Service Agency Cooperative Agreements
Expands Education for Minority, Women, New, Military Veteran and Urban Producers The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced cooperative agreements with 46 partners to educate producers, including those who have…
Support for People with Disabilities in Agriculture
…success in agricultural occupations. “Whether you are an experienced farmer facing mobility issues or a veteran starting a new career in agriculture, AgrAbility works with the Cooperative Extension System and…
Almonds, Walnuts Unite in Northern California
…Dollar Fair in Chico. Cooperative Extension advisors have previously held the two meetings separately, but saw an opportunity to join the two. West Coast Nut Growers Guide will also hold…
Food Safety Rules Challenge Farmers on Several Fronts
…than providing answers in many cases, NASDA is in the early stages of piloting an On-Farm Readiness Review. Funded by FDA through cooperative grants, the OFRR will be a voluntary…