…proposals during this process. NMPF President and CEO, Gregg Doud expressed satisfaction with their extensive preparation and the unanimous support of their Board of Directors for the proposals. Emphasizing the…
Farm Bureau Backs American Sugar Producers
…domestic sugar policy. They also support a program that meets our trade commitments and ensures a fair playing field for American producers. As the largest farm group, AFBF has consistently…
Almond Bloom’s Local and Global Impact: Insights from BASF
…chains, job creation, and economic stability.” Discussing the preparations needed for optimal almond bloom, Samler provides valuable insights for growers. She underscores the importance of high-quality nutritional products, considering them…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Discovery Opens Additional Research Opportunities
A failed field test has revealed a significant discovery about the Asian citrus psyllid, the vector of Huanglongbing (HLB). Research indicates that the bacteria causing citrus greening can disrupt the…
Almond Matters: Getting Ready for the Growing Season
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are gearing up for almond bloom and the impending growing season. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd…
Congressional Effort Seeks to Address H-2A Wage Concerns for U.S. Farmers
…escalating AEWR, particularly for smaller operations. The lawmakers point to an uneven playing field for wages. Michigan was highlighted as an example, where the AEWR will be $18.50 an hour….
Almond Matters: Orchard Preparations for Almond Bloom
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., the new year means that almond bloom is on the horizon. Growers are working on orchard preparations to get their…
California Chill Report: Fresno County Farmer Sees Yield Boost with Dormex
…12 rows. The results were impressive, prompting Watson to focus on the Dormex-treated rows during harvest, yielding a remarkable 266 pounds more per row than the rest of the field….
Almond Update: 2024 Nutrient Summit Coming Up January 10
…information presented by the most renowned experts in the field. Topics that will be covered as part of the summit include nitrogen and potassium management in mature orchards. “We’ll then…
California Chill Report: Grower Finds Success with Dormex in Pistachios
…rows than the rest of the field. So, I started thinking and I said, well, I think I’ll do it again next year,” Watson noted. Information from the UC Davis…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
…the field if something goes wrong, is imperative when using AI in crop production. “I need an alert to tell me something is wrong, that I need to go check…
Almond Update: Global Opportunities for the Almond Industry
…crops, certainly tree nuts, and trying to ensure that we’re opening new markets around the globe. Where we can reduce tariffs or to get an equitable playing field for commodities…
Sanitation of Agricultural Field Equipment Questionnaire
A team of crop pest management and food safety researchers in the U.S. is conducting a survey to gather information on field equipment sanitation practices in agriculture. The study addresses…
Almond Matters: Maximizing Orchard Health During Dormancy
…are essential components of setting trees up for success next year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said a lot of growers have taken a more lax…