…of soil health management systems and practices. The remaining projects focus on irrigation water management, precision agriculture and a variety of management technologies. This year’s awarded projects in California include:…
2020 Advances in Pistachio Production Short Course Nov. 2-19
…Zoom webinars will cover a variety of pistachio production topics including field preparation, planting, irrigation, pest management, and harvesting. Registration is available for the entire conference, or for individual dates….
Consumers are Driving a Move to More Sustainable Cotton Farming in California
…He found that planting a cover crop without irrigation is a gamble. “The net value of the cover crop is negative if it doesn’t grow (because of a lack of…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-24-20
…booths at the virtual 2020 Almond Conference and the benefits of liquid drip irrigation that are generating interest. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…
Benefits of Liquid Manure Drip Irrigation Generating Significant Interest
…irrigation. So, it’s a huge win-win-win.” Listen to the radio report below. Benefits of Liquid Manure Drip Irrigation Generating Significant Interest About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…
California Walnuts: “The Crop Looks Good”
…Central Valley,” Kreps noted. “So, I think the one thing that we can control is post-harvest nutrition and definitely getting the irrigation right.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter…
Addressing HLB Challenges Through Organic Citrus Survey
…funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is a collaboration between the Organic Center, the University of Florida, and the University of California, Riverside. The survey is part…
Almond Update: Bee+ Scholarship Takes Risk Out Of Bee-Friendly Practices
…to experience the benefits of bee-friendly practices both on the farm and in the market. Listen to Lewis’ full interview. Almond Update: Irrigation Bee+ Scholarship Takes Risk Out Of Bee-Friendly…
2021 World Ag Expo Officially Canceled Because of Pandemic
…be realistic and safe for our show, and the timelines that out exhibitors and attendees have for making plans.” The International Agri-Center Board of Directors conducted months of research and…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-10-20
…the Almond Board of California‘s strategic plan for irrigation research, and how the entire supply chain would be impacted by Prop 15. Tune in to the show for these news…
Almond Update: Irrigation Research Plans For Future of Water Management
…California has developed a strategic plan for irrigation research that will support that growth. ABC’s Associate Director of Agricultural Research Sebastian Saa said that plan includes furthering actual evapotranspiration and spatial variability…
Reminder: CFAP Application Window Closes September 11
…USDA has been working tirelessly to ensure that eligible producers have ample ability to apply for the program. “We also have a call center that also is a great resource…
Making Sure Potted Plants Stay Hydrated While Vacationing
…out of a 5-gallon bucket and moving your most valuable plants into it until you get back. You could also purchase one or more container irrigation kits. Add enough tubing…
California Crop Production to Be Impacted by Warming Temperatures
…centered on air temperatures and not crop temperature, so there is an opportunity to offset some of the negative impacts of higher temperatures with appropriate irrigation. Now a project scientist…