…Alternaria issues, growers would be best served in being proactive with their preventative measures. “Alternaria requires like most fungal pathogens, requires moisture to germinate and because we’ve had a lot…
Corteva™ Separates from DowDuPont to Form Leading Pure-Play Agriculture Company
…and improve Return On Invested Capital,” said Greg Friedman, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Corteva Agriscience. “We are on schedule on our commitment to achieve $1.2 billion in…
New IPM Model Takes Systems Approach to Addressing Modern Issues
A new integrated pest management (IPM) philosophy developed by UC Cooperative Extension Entomology and Biologics Advisor Surendra Dara expands on traditional methods to better adapt to modern issues. The new…
New Survey Examines Consumers’ Understanding of the Environmental Impact of Chicken Production
…effects of chicken production on key environmental issues like pollution, water quality and transportation. Consumers surveyed believe these issues have a high environmental cost, but their knowledge and understanding of…
Prevention is Key for California Tree Nut Growers
…practices, proactive tools and preventive measures into their management routines to protect their high-value tree nut investments. Scout for Issues Early Growers should be involved in good, standard agronomic scouting….
Agriculture industry Responds to Progress of USMCA
…Federation President and CEO Jim Mulhern: “Senator Chuck Grassley is right: Border security issues are border security issues, and trade issues are trade issues. New tariffs against Mexico are unlikely…
Unseasonable Rains Contribute to Weed Control Issues
The series of recent storms that swept through California could create increased weed control issues. The cooler than average temperatures and significant rainfall through Memorial Day weekend will likely require…
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Pays Dividends to American Farmers and Exporters
…on health issues and obesity, there is a growing demand for flavored waters, teas, and vitamin-fortified beverages with less sugar content. Since 2012 U.S. exports of non-alcoholic beverages have increased…
UCCE Webinars Offered During Invasive Species Action Week
…and other insects that are having a dramatic impact on California’s trees. The webinar on Wednesday, June 5 will be centered on addressing nutria issues in the Delta. Thursday, June…
Producers Encouraged to Participate in Goat Industry Study
…System in collaboration with the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Beginning July 1, the two-phase study will take an in-depth look at the major issues facing the goat industry and gather important…
Grow Healthy Fruits to Match Diet Needs
…struggle with any health issues, then fruit is good for you. It has many vitamins and nutrients your body needs, and you can absorb them in a tasty way. Plus,…
New Agricultural Video Series to Train the Next Generation Debuts
…UC Davis, CalPoly San Luis Obispo, Chico State, and Fresno State worked together with multiple California vegetable growers to develop the video series with financial support from the CDFA Specialty…
HLB Disease Found in Riverside Again, Same Location
…week. It’s a perfect example of one of the significant issues with controlling the disease, as an infected tree may not test positive for the illness for several years. The…
Industry Reaction on the Removal of Section 232 Tariffs
…Both countries subsequently retaliated against a host of U.S. products. “We thank the administration for ending a trade dispute that has placed enormous financial strain on American pork producers,” said…