…million investment in California’s water future, including an additional $134 million. The Sites Reservoir project near Maxwell, California, will store 1.5 million acre-feet of water, benefiting irrigation and wildlife. The…
Ag Economy Barometer Rises in February
…its highest since May 2021. Ag Economy Barometer Rises in February Farmer Sentiment Rises As Current Conditions Improve on U.S. Farms Michael Langemeier and James Mintert, Purdue Center for Commercial…
American Agriculture History Minute: Development of Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment
…patent 1847, irrigation began as far west as Utah That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Almond Update: Almond Board of California Hosts Regional Pest Identification Workshops
…will take place in four locations throughout the state: March 11: Orland, Glenn Success Conference Center March 12: Modesto, Modesto Junior College East Campus Ag Building March 18: Fresno, Fresno…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 02-25-25
…They start with the significant problem of rat infestations in orchards, particularly in the Central Valley, which has led to costly damages to irrigation systems and other infrastructure. The episode…
Learn More about the Various Benefits of EQIP
…your local USDA Service Center. A NRCS conservation planner will schedule a visit to your property and will walk the land with you to discuss your goals and review any…
Understanding Nutrient Management for Permanent Crops
…while high sodium levels in irrigation water can reduce potassium uptake, potentially leading to leaf burn and crop injury. Regular soil testing helps identify these issues, allowing for more precise…
American Agriculture History Minute: Conservation to Control Flood Waters Begins
…water in Nevada, including control of floodwaters and water storage. She advocated conservation as a flood remedy, proposing a succession of dams to conserve the water for irrigation purposes and…
Laser Technology Offers a New Approach to Weed Control
…“And our machines, we have so many machines in the fields now, and they’re all sending images up to our data center. So our AI is just getting better and…
Precision Sprayer Earns Recognition at World Ag Expo
Innovation took center stage at the World Ag Expo, where Ecorobotix showcased its high-precision spot sprayer, ARA. The company’s Crop Care Manager, Katerina Lee, shared insights on how the technology…
U. S. Agricultural Economy Improves for January 2025
…Despite Ag Trade Uncertainty February 4, 2025 James Mintert and Michael Langemeier, Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture U.S. farmers retained their post-election optimistic outlook at the start of the new…
Firestone Making Farm Tires Last Longer
…Firestone, we have the farm tire test center in Columbiana, Ohio at Harvey Firestone’s original family farm. It’s a facility dedicated exclusively to testing farm tires for the North American…
Agronomic Minute: Fungicide Resistance in Almonds
…Beyond chemical solutions, cultural practices such as proper irrigation management, pruning for airflow, and orchard sanitation can play a crucial role in disease prevention. Growers should remain vigilant and monitor…
