…for the 2021 crop year, but for the 2020 crop year they’re not going to require all those labs to go through their DEA certification.” The requirement for testing labs…
Curious Trend in Cover Cropping in California
…at the same time, the number of operations trying cover cropping, or reporting cover crop use increased by quite a bit; about 26 percent over that same time period. So,…
Ag Innovation Conference to Highlight Comprehensive Crop Care
Early registration is still available for the upcoming Ag Innovations Conference. The 4th Ag Innovations Conference and trade show will focus on comprehensive crop care, introducting new technologies for growers….
2020 “Growing Together” Black Farmer Conference with Urban Farmers to be Held February 29
…be a great opportunity for farmers and ranchers to network and learn about resources available to them. Workshops will cover four topics: 1) access to capital and business resources; 2)…
Addressing Hemp Questions in California Trials
…is going to require additional research. As a relatively new crop, the amount of supportive crop data is fairly minimal when compared to more established commodities that have decades of…
Golden State Dairy Management Conference Coming Up in March
…facts of alternative meats. Following the opening session and morning break, the concurrent sessions will be divided into two tracks covering a multitude of topics. “On one side we’ll do…
Stop the Rot Project to Combat Onion Bacterial Diseases
Over the next four years, researchers will be looking for answers for some of the most problematic bacterial diseases in onions. The USDA Specialty Crops Research Initiative is providing $4…
CA Agriculture Needs Science, Crop Protection Tools
Glyphosate, Chlorphyriphos, and Dicamba are three widely used pest management tools in California agriculture. Recently, all three chemicals have received backlash stretching from lawsuits and regulations to companies announcing the…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 02-21-20
…water, the barriers for cover crop adoption and get the details on an upcoming small farm conference. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
Almond Matters: Getting Started on Fertility Management
…with their fertility management plans. Maintaining appropriate nitrogen levels in the orchard is going to play a pivotal role in crop development. “It’s always good to have a plan and…
What is Salsify, and Why You Should Grow it
…root vegetables, it’s a reliable crop, although you have to have some patience to make it happen. Salsify comes in two types: black and white. Black salsify has smooth, nearly…
Safe to Use as Directed: Understanding Glyphosate Myths
…Medical Affairs Lead for Bayer Crop Science. “This has been looked at by regulatory agencies all over the world.” Dunn speaking to winegrape growers and pest control advisors in Monterey….
California Prune Industry Excited for Busy Year
The California prune industry is optimistic that 2020 will be a good year for production. Reports indicate that it will be a strong crop this year, with good yields and…
Growing the Golden Child of the Vegetable World
…to mature and grow large enough for harvest to be worthwhile. Exposure to frost is recommended to ensure the sweetest, tastiest root. Wait until frost before pulling your crop. I’m…