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Building a Smarter Crop Nutrition Budget for Next Season
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Fertigation vs. Foliar Sprays: Choosing the Right Nutrition Strategy
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John Duarte Lays Out a Blueprint for Water Abundance as World Ag Expo Hits Full Swing
…Valley, are increasingly voting based on quality of life issues like clean water, air, and economic stability rather than party labels. Looking ahead, Duarte said nursery demand is improving as…
California Walnuts Poised for Growth as Global Markets Align
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Wolves, Water, and the Fight for California Agriculture
…Reducing California farmland, he argues, does not eliminate food demand. It exports production to countries with fewer environmental protections, worsening global outcomes while weakening U.S. food security. Why These Stories…
Maximizing Nitrogen Efficiency in Permanent Crops
…demand and minimizes the risk of loss. Timing within the irrigation cycle also matters. Applying nitrogen toward the end of an irrigation set can help keep nutrients in the active…
Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
…move volume, with global demand continuing to outpace supply — a positive sign for pricing and long-term stability. Trade was a key topic throughout the interview. Kreps explained that pistachios,…
Michigan Agriculture: A National Leader in Diversity, Cherries, and Innovation
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California Walnuts Gain Momentum as Robert Verloop Sees a Turning Point for Growers
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Matching Nutrient Demand Curves Improves Efficiency and Nut Quality
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John Holmes and the Birth of Agricultural Education
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