…allows remote operators to take control instantly, ensuring full workdays in the field. The technology is designed to handle tillage, spraying, and other field operations with real-time AI oversight. But…
Using Bt Products During Bloom to Manage Caterpillar Pests
…they hatch and before they grow larger. Using predictive models, trapping data, and close field monitoring can help growers apply treatments at the most effective stage. With warming spring temperatures…
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
…With bloom percentages already climbing, growers without secured hives could find themselves in a tight spot. The episode featured an in-depth interview with Daniel Taran, Field Marketing Manager for BeeHero,…
Understanding Soil Tests: pH, CEC, and Base Saturation in Permanent Crops
…determines CEC—sandy soils have lower holding capacity, while heavier soils can retain more nutrients. Knowing a field’s CEC helps growers determine appropriate application rates and avoid overloading the soil with…
How 19th-Century Technology Transformed Corn and Wheat Farming
…yields and the physical limits of pre-mechanized farming. Every step—from soil preparation to planting and cultivation—required significant time and effort, making efficiency gains difficult without technological change. Mechanization by 1890:…
When American Farming Shifted From Hand Power to Horsepower
…the spring tooth harrow appeared. Designed specifically for seedbed preparation, this tool improved soil conditioning, helped control weeds, and created more consistent planting conditions—boosting both yields and reliability. Laying the…
Early Spring Moves That Protect Yield in Tree Fruit and Grapes
…set the tone for the entire season. In this episode of The Growing Edge, we sit down with Todd Burkdoll, field market development specialist at Valent USA, to discuss what…
Harry Ferguson and the Tractor Innovation That Changed Farming
…strain on equipment and operators while maximizing field performance. The Three-Point Hitch Breakthrough By 1933, Ferguson patented what would become his most influential invention: a method of attaching implements to…
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
…Stadium in Massachusetts and Lumen Field in Seattle. That same line of wings would circle the Earth nearly three times, creating a crispy equator around the globe. Eat one wing…
Bloom Window Nutrition: Key Considerations for California Tree Crop Growers
…the field. Missed applications can often be adjusted later once conditions improve. “You can catch up and adjust your program on the fly,” he said. AgroLiquid’s Nutriq Technology is designed…
Staying One Step Ahead This Season in Citrus and Almonds
…Edge, staying ahead of potential threats can make all the difference. In this timely conversation with Valent USA Field Market Development Specialist Todd Burkdoll, growers get practical insight into what…
Early Season Tree Nutrition: What California Growers Should Be Thinking About Now
…the last minute, but they can still focus on what matters most right now: preparation. One of the biggest action items for this time of year is dialing in bloom…
Verdant Robotics’ Sharpshooter Is Redefining Precision Weed Control
…of the field. Instead of traditional spray nozzles, the system delivers a microliter-sized stream directly onto the weed—accurate down to a millimeter—without contacting the crop. The results are dramatic. Compared…
California Pears vs. Argentina Imports: Chris Zanobini Sounds the Alarm on a Market Under Pressure
…California agriculture problem, impacting everything from citrus to tomatoes to raisins. Their message to listeners was simple: California growers need a fair playing field, and consumers can help by asking…