…persimilis mite that many growers use when twospotted spider mite populations are significant, but he also utilizes the not-as-popular fallacis mite in his system. “The fallacis mite is a little…
Crossing Two of Summer’s Favorite Berries
…garden stores. Many gardeners start their own loganberry bushes at home from seeds or cuttings. Buying young loganberry canes to plant in fall or spring is the easiest way to…
Prevention is Key for California Tree Nut Growers
…Needs To help growers tackle year-long challenges to their tree nut crops, Bayer’s Luna® Sensation and Luna® Experience contain a combination of Luna® and another fungicide, giving growers options when…
Industry Response to Ruling on Year-Round Sale Of E15 Gasoline
…resolution to this antiquated barrier and was highly encouraged last fall when President Trump directed EPA to act on its regulatory authority to solve the problem. In response to today’s…
California Highlights in 2017 Census of Agriculture
…potatoes, sweet potatoes, fruits, tree nuts, berries, milk from cows, other crops and hay, as well as nursery, greenhouse, floriculture, and sod. Forage crops made up the majority of farming…
Still No Disaster Relief from the U.S. House
…the Southeast affected by last fall’s Hurricane Michael, along with others across the country affected by other natural disasters, will have to wait until at least next week for possible…
Unseasonable Rains Contribute to Weed Control Issues
The series of recent storms that swept through California could create increased weed control issues. The cooler than average temperatures and significant rainfall through Memorial Day weekend will likely require…
Oriental Fruit Fly Eradicated From Sacramento and Yolo Counties
…other invasive species that threaten California’s crops and natural environment are sometimes detected in agricultural areas, the vast majority are found in urban and suburban communities. The most common pathway…
Pesky Critter Known for Attacking Plants
Brown caterpillar cutworm beautifully bent on stem plants Cathy Isom tells you about the pesky garden critter known for attacking plants from the ground up. That’s coming up on This…
USDA Reminds Producers of Approaching Marketing Assistance Loan Deadlines
…financing, allowing producers to meet interim cash flow needs and market their crops following a timeline that is the most advantageous,” Fordyce said. These marketing assistance loans are considered nonrecourse,…
Cherries Not the Only Crop to Experience Storm Damage
Many reports have been highlighting the storm damage caused in California cherry crops, however, several other crops also experienced varying levels of damage. Liz Hudson, who owns and operates Hudson…
Bug That Can Be a Help to Your Crops
…on This Land of Ours. Bug That Can Be a Help to Your Crops We have all heard of “pincher bugs” – but it’s really an Earwig. Earwigs are one…
Industry Reaction to USDA Trade Relief Announcement
…Bureau worked in concert with members of Congress from California, advocating for inclusion of more fruit, nut and other ‘specialty’ crops in the assistance package. Adding those crops will help…
USDA Announces Support for Farmers Impacted by Unjustified Retaliation and Trade Disruption
…including crops like soybeans, corn, wheat, cotton, rice, and sorghum; livestock products like milk and pork; and many fruits, nuts, and other crops. High tariffs disrupt normal marketing patterns, raising…