…for its administration of the SWP. The Sierra Club, Center for Biological Diversity, Restore the Delta, and Planning and Conservation League argue that there is not enough being done to…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-24-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how later irrigation could improve walnut health, and get…
Working Together: Later Irrigation Could Improve Walnut Health, Save Water
Irrigation research funded by the California Walnut Board is showing that growers may be watering trees too early in the season. UC Davis researcher Ken Shackel said several of his…
USDA Reports Record Enrollment in Key Farm Safety-Net Programs
…to conduct business with the FSA, Natural Resources Conservation Service or any other Service Center agency are required to call their Service Center to schedule a phone appointment. More information…
San Joaquin Valley Groundwater Plans: ‘Probably Not Realistic’
…overestimate the potential of expanding water supplies. “They’re probably not realistic,” said Ellen Hanak, Director of PPIC’s Water Policy Center. “It’s very unlikely that they’re going to be able to…
Water Resources Now are Critical to Ensure Food Supply Later
Although the concerns around the COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak are front and center, there are other battles the agriculture industry are facing. Whether it’s unimpaired flow standards, SGMA, WOTUS, surface water,…
Almond Update: ‘In The Orchard’ Workshop Still Happening, Virtually
…Tom Devol said they are moving forward with their ‘In The Orchard’ series, now in virtual form. Devol said the webinar will have essential information on irrigation, yields, pressure bombs,…
Critical Timing for Vine Mealybug Management
…drip irrigation at this point in the season will allow the material to be carried through the xylem system of the plant to the areas that may be supporting mealybug…
Spring Cattle Work Calls for COVID-19 Precautions
…will be inevitable so precaution is necessary. We recommend keeping the following in mind to reduce risk of spreading COVID-19: Maintain the Center for Disease Control Social Distancing recommendation of…
COVID-19 Delays Events at the International Agri-Center®
…at the International Agri-Center® is related to COVID-19 response. As the pandemic has progressed, the International Agri-Center® has followed recommended government guidelines. All scheduled public and private events have been…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…has already made great strides in reducing their water use over the years. “The great news about strawberries is they do use drip irrigation; they’ve been using that for decades. …
USDA Service Centers Open for Business by Phone Appointment Only
…Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, or any other Service Center agency are required to call their Service Center to schedule a phone appointment. In the event Service Center staff is…
Adding Under-Used Perennials to Your Garden
…have to search for them at your garden center or an online source, but they’re all worth the effort. Globe thistle being one of them. This sun-loving perennial grows 2-3…
Samples Needed to Help ‘Stop the Rot’ Project
…Wilson will be working on irrigation trials. All four California collaborators will be conducting Extension and outreach throughout the four-year project. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…