…of Washington Operations for the National Cotton Council, Reece Langley said the tax policy changes would create significant issues for farmers and ranchers. “According to the AFPC analysis of 94…
Producers Have Until July 23 to Apply for CRP General
…General and Grasslands signups,” FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux said in a news release. “Bottom line, CRP now makes more financial sense for producers while also providing a bigger return on…
How to Use and Plant the Beneficial Weed Goosegrass
…not all bad. this “weed” has a surprisingly good side. Goosegrass-Pinterest image Used medicinally, goosegrass is an effective diuretic and effective for urinary issues. In the past, it was a…
Prune Crop Looks Good with Positive Market Conditions for Producers
…issues for producers. As many commodities struggled, the market outlets for prunes remained relatively consistent. Prior to COVID, prune shipments were on an uptrend. There is optimism that the increased…
Updates to The Packers and Stockyards Act Proposed by USDA
…enhancement of the 100-year-old law. Issues within the meat sector were exposed during the disruptions created during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Packers and Stockyards Act is a vital tool for…
Build Back Better Initiative Supports Food System With $4 Billion Investment
…support increased access to markets for producers and ensure consumer access to healthy foods. The initiative seeks to address both near- and long-term issues within the supply chain. Build Back…
Week in Review: First GSPs Get Assessed and Challenges Facing Lemon and Tomato Growers
…agricultural exports for the fiscal year 2021. The tomato industry is continuing to look for a solution to address the issues created by the resistance-breaking strain of tomato spotted wilt…
Almond Matters: Planning for Pre-Hull Split Applications
…be exceptionally difficult to address disease issues. The open nuts provide an entry point for infection and also provides an opportunity for pest pressures to build up as well. “Putting…
First Assessments of Groundwater Sustainability Plans Released by DWR
…and financial support to bring them into compliance with SGMA. GSAs have been tasked with formulating plans to establish balanced levels of groundwater pumping and recharge over the next 20…
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
…financial challenges created by the pandemic. “Cultivating cover crops requires a sustained, long-term investment, and the economic challenges of the pandemic made it financially challenging for many producers to maintain…
Successful Rice Planting Season Despite Drop in Acreage
…rice planting will be felt in a variety of areas. “If you think about approximately 100,000 acres less planting, that impacts the mills. It’s also a financial hit to rural…
Addressing Resistance-Breaking Strain of Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus
The tomato industry is continuing to look for a solution to address the issues created by the resistance-breaking strain of tomato spotted wilt virus. The SW5 gene had been a…
Week in Review: Pallet Shortage Problems & Lt. Governor Hears Farm Water Concerns
…issues it could create for agriculture. Tomato growers are being asked to assist with ongoing research looking at the interaction between root-knot nematodes and fusarium wilt. All of the week’s…
Getting Rid of an Aggressive Weed Before It Takes Over
…to be addressed. Too much shade, wet soils, or poor fertility could be issues. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Getting Rid of an Aggressive Weed…