…the strategies, methods and treatments that safeguard our crops, plants, and natural resources from invasive threats.” Since the 2014 Farm Bill was enacted, APHIS has funded more than 1,200 projects…
California Winegrape Crush Down from 2014
…bearing acreage base has only grown over the last decade. We estimate there are now over 550,000 bearing winegrape acres in the state. Even with short crops, we will continue…
ASTA Participates in FarmNext National Summit
…tour which took place in the summer and fall of 2015. During the tour, young farmers and agriculture students were asked about their views on a number of key topics,…
Voluntary Conservation Journey
…Brandt was doing this out of necessity, not for conversation sake. But over time he learned the benefits of no-till and cover crops as soil conservation tools. “When we began…
Malaysian Fruit Fly Quarantine in Portion of Los Angeles County
…to target over 59 different fruit, vegetable, and plant commodities. Important California crops at risk include tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, melons, eggplants, guavas, and pomegranates. The combined 2013 value of these…
Commentary: Farmers Must Stay Engaged in Groundwater Planning
…governing basin boundary modifications were adopted last fall and generally require consensus among affected local agencies for boundaries to be changed. Groundwater Sustainability Agency formation: Local agencies have until June…
Analysts Outline Changing Situation in Wine Business
…and another 20,000 acres removed since the 2015 harvest. Many of those vineyards have been replaced by tree crops such as pistachios and almonds. “These removals will likely continue at…
Citrus Greening Grants Awarded
…by the 2014 Farm Bill and is administered by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). “Citrus greening has affected more than 75 percent of Florida citrus crops and…
Cost Estimates for Growing Romaine Hearts and Organic Spinach Released
…other agricultural associates. Assumptions used to identify current costs for these crops, material inputs, cash and non-cash overhead are described. A ranging analysis table shows profits over a range of…
Vine Mealybug More Challenging to Treat
Vine mealybug populations can be harder to treat than other mealybug species that growers are familiar with. Vine Mealybug More Challenging to Treat Grape growers are seeing increasing issues with…
USDA to Invest $150 Million through Conservation Stewardship Program
…quality through use of cover crops, conservation crop rotations and other activities that increase soil productivity. Use water wisely and improve water quality through enhancements such as more efficient irrigation…
Hortau Secures $10 Million Investment to Further Growth in North America
…easy-to-use mobile software, reports to growers how crops are faring in real time – before stresses such as drought or lack of aeration can have a negative impact on the…
Wetter Winter Helps Ranchers Offset Lower Prices
…to thin their herds, winter rainfall so far has allowed stock ponds to replenish and grasses to start growing. “And with lower cow numbers, I think we’re going to see…
Evolution of Plant Breeding at ASTA Conference
…concerning the development, marketing and movement of seed, associated products and services throughout the world. ASTA promotes the development of better seed to produce better crops for a better quality…