…today. At the same time, the company is embracing modern agriculture: Precision irrigation and soil monitoring Targeted pest control instead of whole-field spraying Expanding organic production These innovations reflect a…
Smart Water, Stronger Farms: Aqua4D’s Impact on Agriculture
…as importantly, the system tackles a major pain point for farmers: clogged irrigation lines. By breaking down biofilm and mineral buildup, Aqua4D restores flow, reduces pressure strain, and improves irrigation…
Water Technology Innovation Offers New Option for Growers Facing Quality Challenges
The AgNet News Hour featured a conversation with Aqua4D manager Jeff Nunes, who explained how new water-treatment technology could help farmers improve irrigation efficiency, reduce line clogging, and better manage…
From Gold Rush to Green Fields: The Agricultural Roots of Colorado
…Spanish-speaking immigrants settled and brought with them generations of agricultural knowledge. Using irrigation techniques passed down from their ancestors, they cultivated small but productive plots of land, adapting to the…
Fire Ants Pose Risks to Workers and Equipment in Almond Orchards
…ants can also interfere with equipment. Colonies may establish themselves in and around machinery, irrigation systems, and other infrastructure, potentially leading to operational disruptions. These hidden infestations can create ongoing…
Seeds of Survival: How Irrigation Shaped Early Colorado Agriculture
…widespread adoption of irrigation. Farmers discovered that controlling and distributing water was essential to making the land productive. Irrigation transformed Colorado agriculture, allowing crops to thrive in areas previously deemed…
California Water Crisis: Can It Be Fixed?
…toward solving the crisis. Farmers Are Adapting—But They Can’t Do It Alone Despite enormous pressure, farmers continue to innovate. From drip irrigation systems to groundwater recharge efforts, they are finding…
California Water Challenges Take Center Stage as Experts Call for Urgent Action
…already implementing innovative solutions like water recharge, deficit irrigation, and improved efficiency practices to stretch limited supplies. “The farmers… are the ones that are quickly adapting,” she said. “They’re making…
Colorado Irrigation: How Greeley Transformed Western Agriculture
…that made traditional farming extremely difficult. Rainfall alone could not sustain crops, forcing settlers to rethink how agriculture could succeed in such an arid climate. Irrigation: The Key to Survival…
Broadcast Applications Improve Fire Ant Control in Almond Orchards
…that fire ants often nest in electrical components, irrigation systems, and machinery, creating operational challenges beyond the orchard itself. Effective fire ant management not only protects yield but also helps…
From Water Challenges to Agave Innovation: The Woolf Farming Story
…Woolf Farming & Processing. Traditionally grown in Mexico, this drought-tolerant crop requires minimal irrigation—just a few inches of water per year under drip systems. Even more promising, early results in…
John Duarte Calls for Water Abundance in California
…months earlier, making smarter decisions about: Reservoir releases Groundwater recharge Flood control space Irrigation allocations With better forecasting, Duarte believes water allocations for farmers could become more reliable while also…
Kern Oil Documentary Highlights Human Cost of California Energy Policy
…oil is with agriculture. From fuel for tractors and irrigation pumps to freight transportation and fertilizer production, energy costs impact every step of the food supply chain. As Papagni noted,…
Learning, Networking, and a Change of Scenery: Why California Growers May Want to Head to Fort Myers in 2026
…address real-world challenges facing specialty crop producers. Topics regularly include water-use efficiency, irrigation and nutrient management, pest and disease control, soil health, precision agriculture, and emerging technologies. While production systems…