…and consuming indigenous foods and agricultural products. Other markets around the world also recognize this uniqueness in American agriculture and are interested in importing these high-quality products.” In addition to…
Long-Term Drought Plan for the State Water Project
…water during high-flow events, exploring additional water storage opportunities statewide, and planning for drought salinity barriers in critical areas to protect water quality. Additionally, the plan advances Forecast-Informed Reservoir Operations…
‘Slow and Steady Price Increases’ in Global Dairy Report
…benefit of being in some Class IV heavier markets, depending on where they ship their milk to.” Reasons for high prices for butter include limited investments in new processing plants…
Weather Experts Voice Atlantic Hurricane Season Concerns
…“The warmer the oceans are, the more favorable the environment will be for tropical development and intensification.” The switch to a La Niña pattern, record-shattering warm ocean temperatures in the…
Almond Matters: Early Summer Pest Management in Orchards
…Burkdoll said there are several pests to pay particular attention to. Mites can become a significant issue if populations are not managed early on in the season as temperatures heat…
New USDA Programs Ease Transition to Organic Production
…and ease the financial burden of obtaining organic certification. “Offsetting the costs for organic transition helps more farmers realize higher margins sooner while giving consumers more access to high-demand organic…
USDA Expecting a Larger California Almond Crop
…a press release. “Demand for California almonds around the globe continues to grow and our almond farmers constantly deliver on producing high quality California almonds to meet that demand.” The…
Maintaining Safe Milk Supply Amid HPAI
…efforts to assure a safe milk supply amid an outbreak of a High Path Avian Flu strain found in dairy cattle. Rod Bain reports. Listen to the This Land Of…
Farmers Making Fewer Changes
Farmers are making fewer changes this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By kelifamily?DepositPhotos image Low commodity prices, high input costs, and disappointing 2023 growing season results…
Almond Matters: Staying Ahead of Mite Concerns
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., mite concerns will be right around the corner with temperatures rising. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll…
USDA-NRCS Provides Conservation Programs for Organic Producers
…technical and financial assistance for conservation practices that are popular among organic as well as traditional producers. This includes cover crops, integrated pest management, drip irrigation, high tunnels and rotational…
Particular Soil Treatment Helps Organic Strawberry Production
…However, challenges remain, such as the high cost and limited availability of carbon sources like rice bran. Researchers are exploring alternatives like wheat bran, which have shown comparable efficacy at…
Dairy Industry Contributes to USDA School Meal Standards
…2025). Flavored milk must contain no more than 10 grams of added sugars per 8 fluid ounces, or for flavored milk sold à la carte in middle and high schools,…
Voices of the Valley: Innovations in Cross-Border Health Care for Ag Workers
…Assurance Trust, joins Michelle Rivera, Communications Manager, to talk about cross-border health care and the role it plays in providing accessible, convenient and high-quality medical services for those who grow…