…crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses the legislative issues of the livestock industry and other matters related to California and…
Almond Update: Increasing Problems with Plant Bug Infestations
…The increase in plant bug infestations is contributing to more significant issues with brown spot in orchards, which results in higher levels of rejections. Plant bugs are a growing concern…
USDA Provides Awards for Organic Market Development and Promotion
…addressing specific market needs for organic grains, livestock feed, dairy, fibers, legumes, and other rotational crops. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter…
Large Family Farms Account for Bulk of Commodity Production
…percent of hog production, 65 percent of cotton 65 percent of specialty crops, and 76 percent of dairy products. On the other hand, small family farms accounted for three percent…
Newest Farm Bureau Location Shows Popularity of Urban Ag
…the state’s broad range of crops, both geared toward a non-farming audience. Douglas says the new relationship will also be good for the farming members of CFBF. “I think this…
Almond Matters: Getting Ready for the Growing Season
…Burkdoll emphasized the importance of orchard preparations and weed management. “If guys didn’t get an herbicide on in the fall – November and December – right now is a really…
Navigating Weather Challenges in Almond Orchards: Insights from BASF
…to make informed decisions to safeguard their crops not only for the current season but for the long-term sustainability of their orchards. As almond growers face the uncertainties of weather,…
AgNet Weekly: What’s Ahead for Ag in 2024
…news focused on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses…
Almond Update: Global Opportunities for the Almond Industry
…McKalip highlighted record-breaking national agricultural exports in the last three years and pointed out a significant focus on specialty crops. “We have placed a large priority and focus on specialty…
California Chill Report: The Crucial Role of Winter Chill in Fruit and Nut Trees
…impact of winter chill extends beyond the flowering stage, especially in nut crops. Jarvis-Shean notes, “When you have that straggled bloom, different nuts starting the race at different times, you…
USDA Opens Enrollment for ARC and PLC Programs for 2024 Crop Year
…made. Covered commodities eligible for these programs include a range of crops such as barley, corn, soybeans, and wheat. ARC and PLC payments are disbursed the following fall, aiding farmers…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Assistance for Distressed Borrowers
…on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses the legislative…
Lawmakers Discuss Pesticide Regulations
…at the hearing and the first to broach the subject. He said state pesticide regulations need to fall in line with federal controls. “The ability to produce abundant feed, food,…
Changing Climate Means More Pests for Almonds, Peaches, Walnuts
How a changing climate could mean more pests for some tree crops. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Department of Agriculture research shows climate change may increase the…