Researchers have begun work looking at microbes that may help to combat diseases in carrots. A team of university and Agricultural Research Service scientists have reported on some of their…
Week in Review: Snowpack Below Average, Wineries Face Statewide Wastewater Rule
…of an ongoing citrus survey centered on growers’ knowledge of Asian citrus psyllid and Huanglongbing. The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is considering making changes to ag burn…
Almond Matters: Much-Needed Rainfall Comes with Bloom on the Horizon
…right now is actually a good thing because the trees are still dormant. If it comes during bloom, then you’ve got problems with potential for disease. Moisture conditions for disease…
Citrus Survey Part of Larger Ongoing Research Project
Industry members are being asked to provide information as part of an ongoing citrus survey. The survey centers on growers’ knowledge of Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) and Huanglongbing (HLB). Researchers…
Treating the Plant Pathogen Powdery Mildew Naturally
…with dew formation on leaves. Overcrowding and lack of aeration support disease occurrence. The symptoms include white powdery patches on the top section of the leaves which can cover the…
How to Treat Some Common Plant Pathogens Naturally
…tomatillos, and more. You’ll recognize this infection by the bullseye-like dark rings that appear on the plants’ leaves. If you don’t catch and treat this disease early, the infection will…
USDA Urged to Prioritize Agricultural Worker Safety
…of the latest COVID relief package. “Specifically, we ask that you prioritize funds for measures that will protect our agricultural communities and workers against the coronavirus disease from funds provided…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-15-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how to prepare and implement disease management plans in…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 01-14-21
…chair, Almond Bloom Disease and an upcoming irrigation training in this week’s Almond Update. Also, CFDA is looking for proposals for the Fertilizer Research and Education Program. Tune in to…
Almond Update: Bloom Disease, Irrigation at Next Training Tuesday
The Almond Board of California is holding a series of training coined ‘Training Tuesdays’ for the new year. The next training, January 19, will focus on bloom disease and irrigation…
Almond Matters: Implementing Disease Management Programs
…other diseases as well and then you move into your spring and summer diseases that you want to have a plan of attack against.” Growers are paying close attention to…
California to Receive $17.1 Million to Support Pest Prevention Efforts
…set to receive $4 million. Close to $250,000 will be used for supporting a sterile insect release program to manage navel orangeworm. Finally, a project to support pest and disease…
APHIS Report Shows Agricultural Animals Do Not Pose Risk for Coronavirus
…agriculture. “We were able to establish that farmers’ cattle and some other animals were not affected by the disease,” said Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach. “We’re…
APHIS Staff Worked to Overcome Issues of Burdensome Year
…Uniform, Responsible, Efficient rule will help regulations stay current with scientific advancement. More than $27 million was also invested in 2020 to secure supplies of the foot-and-mouth disease vaccine. It…