…Wonderful Company. “As an agriculture industry leader and one of the world’s largest growers of citrus, nuts and pomegranates, we have a vested interest in the future of farming. We…
GWSS Egg Hatch Begins, Treatments Underway
…efforts on a regional scale between citrus and grape growers. Since late 2015 citrus growers in the General Beale and Edison regions of Kern County have made two insecticide applications…
Benefits of Farmers’ Markets
…to Shop at a Farmers Market 1. Freshly picked, in season produce is at its peak in flavor and nutrition.Check out the Seasonal Produce Guide to learn what fruits and…
Agri View: Citrus Greening Losses
Photo courtesy of USDA Everett Griner talks about the losses from citrus greening continuing to grow across the United States in today’s Agri View. Citrus Greening Losses From: University of…
Farmers Markets Explosion
…opening of the USDA Farmers Market for its 21st season in Washington, D.C. Direct marketing of farm products through farmers markets continues to be an important sales outlet for agricultural…
Crop Production Report
…almond bloom began in mid-February, slightly later than the previous season. The 2016 bloom was fast and fairly uniform, with good weather conditions. However, after the bloom heavy winds accelerated…
No Changes for California Citrus
…the Non-Valencia, Valencia, Grapefruit and Tangerines were reported. Hudson also offered the reason for the increases this month. No Changes for California Citrus May USDA Citrus Forecast Maturity Test Results…
Leaders Say Lemon Proposal ‘Defies Logic’
A proposed rule will allow Argentinian lemons into the United States and California citrus leaders says this is another gamble in a series of proposals that would increase disease threats….
CVP Water Allocation Limiting Big Cotton Year
…Association President Roger Isom says the water allocation announcement was tough to take. Isom says California cotton production is set to have its biggest season in the last five years…
People’s Garden
…collecting storm water, use of reclaimed wood from local fallen trees, compost bins, a drip irrigation system, and hoop houses for season extension. Learn how you can join the movement…
Increased ACP Activity in Central Valley
…ACP Update From the Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program: There have been 17 Asian citrus psyllid finds in various parts of Tulare County recently, bringing the county-wide total to…
Foreign Fruits-Veggies
…tree. The tree may even look covered in purple warts or pimples when it is fully in season. It is often used in its native lands in South America much…
People’s Gardens Across Government
…in season fruit or vegetable. Our goal is to increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables at the market and help our customers understand what’s in season. The free 10-minute…
Snowpack Melting at Record Speed
…seen much above-average precipitation in recent weeks, causing concerns about potential flooding in the North Platte,” said McCarthy. May is the last West-wide forecast of the season, but NRCS will…