…2019, organic alfalfa hay is a critical source of forage for California dairy farms. The study looks at the economics of using flood irrigation in the production of organic alfalfa…
Salmonella Outbreak Report Points to Adjacent Land Use
…a conclusive root cause could not be identified, the FDA’s leading hypothesis is that contaminated irrigation water used in a growing field in Holtville, California may have led to contamination…
Over $2.3 Million Invested in Small Business Innovation Research
…better method for determining the freshness of chicken feed on farms. Other projects address phosphorus in fields and streams, E. coli detection, and water treatment for ag irrigation. The next…
Common Tomato Plant Disease to Watch for in the Garden
…leaves from irrigation or rain, it infects the entire plant. Wet weather and poorly draining soil encourage the development. Spraying your plants with copper fungicide helps to protect your plants….
Reduced Rice Plantings Provide Opportunity to Address Weed Issues
…does require some level of irrigation. “We would recommend that they do sort of a managed fallow where they’re flushing the field, waiting for the weeds to come up, and…
NRCS Seeking Project Proposals for On-Farm Trials
…conservation approaches to improve soil health. Program priorities for On-Farm Trials include climate-smart ag solutions, soil health demonstration trials, irrigation water management, and management technology and strategies. The overall purpose…
DWR Awards Prop 68 Grant Funding to Six SGMA Projects
…impacts.” The Fresno Irrigation District has been awarded nearly $4.9 million for Kings Basin 2021 GSP Implementation Projects. Mid-Kaweah GSA will use the $3.7 million grant for Kaweah Subbasin Groundwater…
Almond Matters: Precision Irrigation Even More Vital in Dry Years
…flood irrigation, the industry has been moving to micro-sprinklers and drip irrigation in recent years. “Dual-line drip on a crop like almonds works very effectively. In fact, I think it’s…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-28-21
…rice acreage providing an opportunity to address weedy rice and the importance of efficient irrigation practices in almond orchards. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features…
Klamath Water Users Brace for Tough Conditions With Low Allocation
…this year. Water supplies to recharge canals and to be used as limited irrigation will begin no earlier than May 15. The remaining water supply deliveries will not begin until…
Explorer Course Being Offered by Center for Land Based Learning
…how to put those together. There’s also some basic production, soil science, irrigation science, etcetera,” said CLBL CEO Mary Kimball. “If one of those timeframes works and you’re interested in…
New California Pistachio Cost Study Available from UC ANR
…Davis Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics. The document outlines the costs and returns of producing pistachios in the southern San Joaquin Valley using low-volume drip irrigation. Figures used in…
Lawn Care Tasks Needing to Be Done for Springtime Care
…do to get ready for the best-looking lawn this season. As temperatures warm and days lengthen, you should watch your watering. By going easier on the irrigation, you force the…
American Grown: My Job Depends on Ag
…Air Conditioning & Repair. Season Two, released earlier this year, has a variety of episodes focusing on hemp production, beekeeping, irrigation, wine, and more. Malanca considers it a huge success….