…wind as a significant factor in damage levels, along with temperature, time of the season, and proximity to an active wildfire. There is significant concern surrounding smoke taint in winegrapes,…
Five New Disease Resistant Grape Varieties Available
…winemakers are telling us that these grapes stand alone; that they’re very high quality and they are very excited about growing them,” Walker noted. Support for the grape breeding research…
San Benito County Farmer Honored for Distinguished Service
…for sharing his passion for agriculture with members of the community.” Bonturi began farming at age 14 after his father died, and raised apricots, prunes, grapes and walnuts before concentrating…
The Western View: Keep Your Pets Safe This Thanksgiving
…it’s toxic, but so are grapes, and therefore, raisins. And the alliums – onions, garlic, leeks, and scallions – are also poisonous to our 4 legged friends. Macadamia nuts are…
USDA Issues Second Tranche of Market Facilitation Program
…owned on a day selected by the producer between April 1 and May 15, 2019. MFP payments will also be made to producers of almonds, cranberries, cultivated ginseng, fresh grapes,…
Why Sun-Dry Fruits and Vegetables
…down the road, not to mention knowing how to sundry. Some of the best fruits and veggies to sun dry include: Apricots Grapes Dates Hot pepper or chilies Tomatoes I’m…
Strong Grape Harvest in Napa Valley
…be a memorable vintage,” NVG President Paul Goldberg said in press release. Winemakers are reportedly enthusiastic about this year’s vintage, noting deep color in the grapes with ample texture and bright…
Despite Kincade Fire, Winegrowers Push Through Harvest
…early Saturday morning to get as many grapes off that were ready as possible. So, I think we got another three percent off the vine in that two and a…
Addressing the Agricultural Impact of AB 5
Farm workers plant grapes in new California vineyard. Credit: Richard Thornton / Shutterstock.com California employers are preparing to navigate the requirements of AB-5 and how it will affect the use…
Kincade Blazes Through Sonoma County, Final Grape Harvest Challenged
…grapes picked Saturday and then Monday’s was canceled. We had another grower that picked Sunday night, as scheduled and delivered to the winery yesterday morning only to discover the power…
Chlorpyrifos Sales to End in California by February 2020
…stated that the agency will be aggressive in its enforcement of the regulations. Chlorpyrifos has been used in multiple different crops including almonds, walnuts, citrus, grapes, and cotton to control…
Scientists Release First Map of Areas Suitable for Spotted Lanternfly Establishment in U.S. and World
…pests of many agricultural crops including almonds, apples, blueberries, cherries, peaches, grapes and hops as well as hardwoods such as oak, walnut and poplar, among others. USDA and State partners have been…
Specialty Crops Bolstered Top-Ten Commodity Cash Receipts in 2018
…cash receipts for last year. The industry overall received almost $50 million, which is up from 2017’s adjusted totals. Grapes, cattle/calves, tomatoes, and oranges all saw an increase in revenues last…
Foods that Grow Best in Small Space Gardens
…strawberries, for example. They do really well in containers and work well in hanging baskets. Lettuce is another food that doesn’t need much space to grow. How about grapes? A…