…which would extend the WHIP+ disaster program to cover 2020 crop losses. It’s unclear at this time if that amendment will remain in the final measure that gets approved by…
Fusarium Falciforme: Emerging Problem for California Tomatoes
…Extension Specialist in the Department of Plant Pathology, specializing in vegetable and field crop diseases. The main concern is that the pathogen is causing vine decline between 45 and 60…
Producers Encouraged to Apply for Risk and Price Loss Coverage
…in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs before the upcoming deadline. Producers interested in ARC and PLC programs have until Monday, March 15 to enroll…
NASDA Seeks More Flexibility for Specialty Crop Block Grants
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is asking for additional flexibility when it comes to Specialty Crop Block Grants. NASDA has sent a letter to U.S. Acting…
Bloom Nutrition Essential for Having a Successful Nut Set
…for yield to come down from last year. “Last year was such a record crop that really orchards – almond trees – they can’t necessarily provide another big crop after…
Almond Update: New Team Member Uniquely Suited to Help Growers
…“Getting to outreach and help growers because I have been there. I know the stresses and the hard work put into producing an almond crop each year.” Listen to Roots’ full interview….
Almond Matters: Good Weather for Pollinator Activity
…to set a strong crop. It appears that this year also has the potential for ideal weather conditions to maximize the bloom window for pollination. “We’re coming along. The degree…
Autonomous Weeders Showing Promise in Lettuce Fields
…us that these implements don’t negatively impact the crop as they go through and remove the weeds, which was really interesting and important to find out as well.” The autonomous…
Farmworker COVID Safety Project Launched Through UC Davis
…Valley, and areas of the southern and central coast. Resources will cover COVID-related workplace safety standards and help industry members improve safety protocols in their operations. “What’s great about this…
The Western View: Cap and Trade Your Cover Crop?
…growers. But the big news is, he wants to use that money to get growers to idle 50 million acres and plant cover crops. He thinks the cover crop would…
AgSafe Digital Conference INNOVATE Begins February 15
…available in both English and Spanish. Sessions will cover a variety of training topics that agricultural operations will need to cover for the coming year. “We also have our innovative…
Conservation Practices Proven to Lower Carbon Footprint in Recent Study
…several notable practices that had a significant impact. Composting, cover cropping, installation of pollinator hedgerows, and implementing no-till approaches have been critical in address climate concerns. Farmers and ranchers have…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 02-08-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday. Taylor Hillman hosts today’s show. Bloom is unofficially kicking off this week for several crops including almonds. We have a…
More Than $2 Million Awarded for Nutrient Management Projects
…annual crops. Other projects include the development of a “Crop Nutrient Minute” Video Series, as well as certification and distance learning for fertigation. A total of 250 different projects have…