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…
Mitigating COVID-19 Risk on Farming Operations
…or greater” said Wolfe. “As of right now, the EEOC is saying it is reasonable to take employee temperatures at the start of the shift.” The Center for Disease Control…
USDA Continues Focus on Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
…Production and Conservation (FPAC): USDA Service Centers, which include offices of both Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), are located throughout the country. Our customers are…
Tips for Growing Tomatoes in Containers
…garbage bins, just as long as these containers have proper drainage. Choose the proper growing mix that specifically for a container. Any hardware store, grocery store and garden center carry…
Tracking the Impact Water Regulations Have on Agricultural Land Values
…up having to be fallowed is mitigated by this aggressive move towards voluntary agreements.” As water rules come into shape, Fumasi highlighted the concern that it will make irrigation districts…
Ag Innovation Conference to Highlight Comprehensive Crop Care
…The event is being held at the Veteran’s Memorial Community Center in Santa Maria this year, on Wednesday, March 18. The purpose of the AIC series is to introduce new…