…crop up from time to time. The most recent example [is] fertilizer. We’re now in the process of funding at least forty-two projects that are helping to tamp down the…
Agriculture Greenhouse Gas Emissions Lower
…he said. 2022 marks the lowest U.S. agricultural greenhouse gas emissions since 2012. The EPA categorizes agricultural emissions by crop cultivation, livestock and fuel combustion that occurs in the industry….
Citrus Industry Hoping to Avoid Another Bad Thrip Damage Year
…too late and the thrips had already been damaging the crop. This year, growers appear to be gearing up in case it is another bad season. “Going into this spring,…
2024 Congressional Specialty Crop Caucus Formed
Specialty crops are once again getting a special focus in congress with the bipartisan 2024 Congressional Specialty Crops Caucus. Co-chairs include Republicans David Valadao of California and David Rouzer of…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…impact the crop’s overall health? A: Protecting your crop with a fungicide is going to help protect the crop from disease and mitigate the growth and potential spread of that…
FARMER Act Introduced to Help Agriculture and Beyond
…by enhancing and providing more support to buy a higher level of coverage and it actually provides that higher level, with coverage on a more affordable basis, and not only…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…a new ranch just coming up with that tentative program to make sure that their fungicide program is going to cover any diseases or pathogens to reduce crop loss and…
Delta-Mendota Canal Floating Solar Project Receives $15 Million
California’s Delta-Mendota Canal is set to undergo a transformative initiative with a $15 million investment to install solar panels. The project aims to cover the canal with solar arrays, offering…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…selecting a fungicide. Q: Lindee, what should be considered when we’re selecting fungicides for crops? A: When selecting the fungicides for their operation, it’s important to consider what specific diseases…
USDA Seeks Partnerships to Expand Conservation on Grazing Lands
…USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is soliciting proposals through its Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI) until May 26, 2024. “Privately owned grazing lands cover nearly 30 percent of the…
Almond Update: Taking Advantage of Incentive Opportunities
…things, I’m already doing cover crop, I’m already doing these great things in my orchard, I’m already water efficient.’ Well then you need to be signed up because it is…
New Technology Key to Increasing Ag Productivity
…animal and crop genetics, chemicals, equipment, and farm organization have made it possible for total agricultural output to nearly triple between 1948 and 2021. During that period, a USDA report…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 04-03-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes a pistachio grower highlighting the importance of preplant irrigation for cover crops, and…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…to your neighbors. Q: We’ve talked a lot about monitoring what’s happening in your orchard or your crop, but what about what’s going on next door? A: It’s good to…