…Resources Conservation Service extended the deadline for the Conservation Stewardship Program in California. The National Council of Agricultural Employers has expressed frustration over allegations of misuse of USDA’s Farm and…
Almond Update: Understanding Carpophilus Beetle Through an Australian Lens
…with the issue for about 10 years now. Jackson described the beetle as “ravenous beasts” that can take a bin of almonds and “turn it into a bin of meal…
Deadline Extended to April 26 for Conservation Stewardship Program
Farmers and ranchers still have time to apply for conservation assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Last week, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) extended the deadline for…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…watching for now. Q: Lindee, let’s start with almonds. What diseases should producers watch for this season? A: Tree nut growers at this time probably are going to be looking…
Almond Update: Avoiding the ‘Monumental’ Navel Orangeworm Damage Seen in 2023
…go to Almonds.com/NOW to learn more. Listen to the segment below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute April 3,…
Risk Management Tool for Specialty Crop Producers
…directory on our page,” explained Bunger. “We’re hoping that we’ll give producers that maybe weren’t always in the traditional lane of crop insurance, but yet, they’re very interested in having…
USDA Seeks National Hass Avocado Board Nominees
…cast their vote. The deadline for applications is April 1 and additional details are available on the Hass Avocado Board webpage. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News…
ARC and PLC Deadline for 2024 Crop Year Quickly Approaching
…farmers experiencing significant declines in crop prices or revenues. Producers can choose between ARC-County, ARC-Individual, or PLC coverage options. Failure to revise elections by the deadline will result in maintaining…
Almond Update: Upcoming Pest Management Workshops
…events that we put on, we definitely encourage engagement from the audience,” Castillo explained. Registration information for the pest management workshops is available at Almonds.com/events. Listen to the segment below….
Almond Update: Promoting Almonds as A Versatile Food Ingredient
…driving consumer demand and ensuring that almonds remain a top choice for food professionals seeking innovative and nutritious ingredients,” Grace emphasized. ABC is also engaged in other efforts promoting almonds…
‘Significant Rebound Underway’ for Almond Industry
…that with back-to-back years of shorter crops on a global scale, markets are balancing out. Domestic shipments of almonds have been steadily improving with expectations for that trend to continue,…
Funding Announced for Renewable Tech in Ag
…to learn how and where these investments are impacting rural America. To subscribe to USDA Rural Development updates, visit the GovDelivery Subscriber Page. USDA touches the lives of all Americans…
Almond Update: Disease Management Strategies for Tough Times
…companies have made generic materials. So, these are usually much less in cost,” Adaskaveg explained. “If hard times are on us because the prices of almonds are down, we can…
Last Chance to Sign Up for The Organic Transition Initiative From NRCS
…assisting farmers with transitioning operations. While the national deadline is extended to March 1, 2024, state ranking dates may vary. California producers can apply at local NRCS Service Centers by…