…due to a summer heat wave and the export market dynamics. They also delve into the ongoing challenges faced by Florida citrus growers, including hurricanes and citrus greening disease. Listen…
U.S. Bird Flu Response Hampered by Trump Administration
…flu reports and scheduled briefings with Congress and state health officials. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) withheld two weekly reports—one on bird flu transmission and another on…
Understanding Nutrient Management for Permanent Crops
…tie-up and remains accessible can support robust root growth and overall plant vigor. Calcium is equally important, contributing to cell structure, disease resistance, and fruit quality. While growers often apply…
Agronomic Minute: Emergency Use Exemption Approved for Bactericide in Almond Orchards
…the active ingredient kasugamycin, to combat bacterial blast in almonds. The exemption allows limited application of the product in select California counties where the disease has been most prevalent in…
The Growing Edge from Valent: Central Coast Growers Prepare for Spring Challenges
Lettuce Field in Salinas Valley DepositPhotos image As Central Coast farmers transition from winter into early spring, managing disease, weeds, and pests remains a top priority. Todd Burkdoll, Field Market…
Agronomic Minute: UPL Highlights Benefits of Axios Fungicide for Almond Growers
Almond growers seeking effective disease control solutions have a new option to consider. Axios 20SC, a fungicide powered by quinoprol, offers flexibility, low use rates, and the benefits of an…
Smithfield CEO Confident in Growth, Downplays Industry Challenges
…producers, Smithfield’s return to public trading marks a significant milestone. However, the company faces ongoing challenges, including market fluctuations, labor concerns, and animal disease risks. Despite this, Smith remains confident…
NASDA Sets Federal Policy Priorities for 2025
…poultry inspection, and animal disease protection. As NASDA advances these priorities, it seeks to ensure that state agriculture departments play a leading role in shaping federal policy for the benefit…
Agronomic Minute: New Fungicide Offers Almond Growers a Fresh Approach
…disease control,” said Rieser. She says Axios is flexible and allows growers to control bloom-time diseases while also managing Alternaria, a summer disease. Additionally, it is highly compatible with tank…
Agronomic Minute: Fungicide Resistance in Almonds
California almond growers continue to face increasing challenges with fungicide resistance, a persistent issue affecting the efficacy of disease management practices. Experts, including Katie Driver, Technical Services Manager for UPL…
Brooke Rollins Vows Swift Action on Farm Aid at Senate Confirmation Hearing
…speed and excellence in getting relief payments to producers, adding, “We work 24 hours a day, seven days a week for our constituents, which is American agriculture.” Animal disease is…
Agronomic Minute: New Fungicide Offers Almond Growers a Fresh Approach
…disease control,” said Rieser. She says Axios is flexible and allows growers to control bloom-time diseases while also managing Alternaria, a summer disease. Additionally, it is highly compatible with tank…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-16-25
…effort and euthanization of 130 million birds. Dr. Keen examines potential policy shifts, illegal cockfighting’s role in spreading the disease, and the looming risk of a human-transmissible strain. Almond Update…
U.S. to Rebuild Bird Flu Vaccine Stockpile
…match the current strain of the virus running through commercial flocks and wild birds. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the outbreak started in 2022 and has killed…