The estimated citrus production for the nation this coming season is low overall, but just slightly for California. USDA’s first Citrus Crop Forecast for the 2020-2021 season was announced and…
What Plants You Need to Water Before Winter
…with mulch. Cover the soil with organic materials such as twice-shredded bark, evergreen needles or shredded leaves. Mulch conserves moisture and moderates soil temperatures. All plants benefit from such care,…
Nut Crops Benefit from Atmospheric Pressure Adding Nitrogen
…with them additional nitrogen for crops. Certified Crop Advisor and Sustainability Specialist for Ultra Gro, Richard Kreps said that he’s been observing some interesting results from turbulent springtime storms over…
Smoke Exposure: ‘Get Out of Jail Free Card’ for Winegrape Buyers
…is hardly a vineyard being harvested without analysis of smoke impact. The potential of damage to winegrapes has been enough for some buyers to steer clear of this year’s crop…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 10-01-20
…fairs that have taken huge hits this year. And Taylor Hillman has the latest Almond Update in our interview segment with a grower testimonial about using cover crops. Give it…
Almond Update: Cover Crop Impresses Grower, Increases Water Retention
…Cover Crop Impresses Grower, Increases Water Retention Find out how to take advantage of cover crop seed assistance programs at Almonds.com. There you can read more about Chris Rishwain’s cover crop story….
The Western View: Honors to A Farmer With A World-Changing Invention
…Frank began inventing at age 13. In the mid-20th century, Mr. Zybach transformed agricultural production worldwide. He created Center-pivot irrigation. It’s a method of crop irrigation in which equipment rotates…
OpenET Project Seeks to Transform Water Management in the West
…in addressing water issues. Example of OpenET platform. COURTESY: Environmental Defense Fund “OpenET can be integrated into farm and ranch management software that helps growers match irrigation to crop water…
NRCS Funds Innovation Through On-Farm Trials of Conservation Systems
…regions covering seven states and six cropping systems. Through soil sampling, in-field assessment, and crop management protocols AFT will track the short-term soil, economic, and social changes occurring as farms…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-30-20
Today’s Farm City Newsday includes reports from Brian German on how the California rice crop is shaping up pretty well and information for Milk producers looking to apply for CFAP…
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….
Wine Industry Calling for Extension of Disaster Relief Due to Wildfires
…in California, Washington, and Oregon, resulting in a crop valued at $4.5 billion annually. Collective economic activity stemming from the wine industry in the three states is $71.61 billion. Industry…
Week in Review: CFAP 2 Signups Underway, Growers Work Through Smoke Challenges
The signup period for the second round of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP 2) is underway. Reports indicate that the walnut crop in the Central Valley appears to be…
Winners Announced for WRCCA Awards and Scholarships
The Western Region Certified Crop Advisers (WRCCA) recently announced the winners of multiple awards and scholarships at the JCS Crop Consultant Conference. The WRCCA awards and scholarships are a way…