…up livestock feed could reduce emission levels, potentials in the U.S. China phase one trade agreement and a study that suggests a strong strawberry production for the 2020 season. Tune…
Citrus Growers Pleased with Weather and Crop Conditions
…but for the most part none of that has had any impact negatively on the citrus that’s out there.” Creamer noted that about 20 percent of the crop has been…
Survey Suggests Substantial Strawberry Production for 2020
…late May and early June interrupted fruit production. California is the largest state for strawberry production in the U.S. by a substantial margin, despite strawberry acreage only taking up less…
NRCS Plant Guides Help Landowners With Their Planting Projects
…commercial seed growers or nursery operators there is information about production of seed or plants. There are over 500 Plant Guides available including grasses, legumes, wildflowers, shrubs, and trees. Whether you are…
Nominations Being Accepted for 2020 Agriculturalist of the Year
…ag industry over a number of years in areas such finance, government, production agriculture, research, and more. The nomination form can be found on the California State Fair website and…
Plan Ahead to Maximize Almond Bloom
…growth. Increased almond yields depend on the production of strong blooms necessary for pollination. eXploit® strengthens vulnerable flowers during reproduction for better flowering, fruit set and formation. You can expect…
A Go-To Foundational Fungicide For Tomato Growers
…foundational fungicide. Rhyme fungicide’s proven efficacy makes it a preferred rotational fungicide to optimize crop protection programs, protect yields and preserve other crop protection fungicide modes of action. To learn…
Working Towards Continued Success of Equipment Replacement Programs
Preparation for a new crop after the harvest of a cotton field in Central California Credit: Sundry Photography / Shutterstock.com The Western Agricultural Processors Association and the California Cotton Ginners…
U.S. Poultry Companies Poised for Success in China
…China represents tremendous market potential, as conditions are aligning to make American poultry an attractive option in China. African swine fever is having a devastating effect on pork production in…
More Hemp Insurance Options Available from USDA
…announcement notes that eligible producers will have access to a pilot insurance program which will provide Actual Production History coverage under Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI). “We are excited to offer…
The Almond Conference Hits Record Highs
…the Almond Board recognized Rob Kiss of Bayer Crop Science as the 2019 Almond Achievement Award winner. Kiss has more than 30 years of experience in the almond industry, working…
Confronting the Challenges of the Organic Sector
https://www.facebook.com/AgNetWest/videos/468154640485448/ While the organic sector has been expanding in value and acreage in recent years, there are still numerous challenges involved in organic production. There are concerns related to acquiring…
Farm System Reform Act Looks to Overhaul Animal Agriculture
Legislation was recently unveiled that would significantly alter the landscape of animal agriculture in the United States, particularly livestock production. The Farm System Reform Act of 2019 would establish a…
Strong Year for U.S. Cotton Exports
While the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) made a significant reduction to its production estimate for the 2019-2020 domestic cotton crop, the export market appears to remain strong for U.S. cotton. …