…formulate an informed plan for implementing highly automated mechanized systems to address nutrition, irrigation, pest management, and salinity in farming systems. Farmland in the Colorado River Basin along with the…
CSP Explained: Organic Stewardship Mirrors Program Goals
…“They’re already using cover crops, they have already got an integrated pest management plan, or they are already doing a nutrient management plan or irrigation water management. So, what it’s…
Historic $10 Million for CA Stewardship
…health, pollinators, changing weather patterns, western forest structure, irrigation, rangeland health and much more. “California has been a leading state in conservation implementation including USDA NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program…
Fresno State Enology Building Renamed After Winery Supporter
…who oversaw Fresno State’s Center for Irrigation Technology and the University’s water initiatives for 35 years. Gumz, who died in September 2018, left $4.66 million in his estate plans to…
Almond Matters: A Strong Crop for 2020
…focus will be centered on irrigation schedules and available water supplies. “In general, those getting water from the federal and the state systems are working with reduced allocations this year,”…
Rice Weeds Growers Need to Look For in 2020
…that if somebody had some irrigation connected or was taking equipment or boats back and forth to the river it could spread. So, that’s why we just want everyone to…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-24-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how later irrigation could improve walnut health, and get…
Working Together: Later Irrigation Could Improve Walnut Health, Save Water
Irrigation research funded by the California Walnut Board is showing that growers may be watering trees too early in the season. UC Davis researcher Ken Shackel said several of his…
Almond Update: ‘In The Orchard’ Workshop Still Happening, Virtually
…Tom Devol said they are moving forward with their ‘In The Orchard’ series, now in virtual form. Devol said the webinar will have essential information on irrigation, yields, pressure bombs,…
Critical Timing for Vine Mealybug Management
…drip irrigation at this point in the season will allow the material to be carried through the xylem system of the plant to the areas that may be supporting mealybug…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…has already made great strides in reducing their water use over the years. “The great news about strawberries is they do use drip irrigation; they’ve been using that for decades. …
Samples Needed to Help ‘Stop the Rot’ Project
…Wilson will be working on irrigation trials. All four California collaborators will be conducting Extension and outreach throughout the four-year project. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…
Tracking the Impact Water Regulations Have on Agricultural Land Values
…up having to be fallowed is mitigated by this aggressive move towards voluntary agreements.” As water rules come into shape, Fumasi highlighted the concern that it will make irrigation districts…
Long-term Control Vital for Fluvellin Management
…it left room for fluvellin to replace it as the most problematic weed for growers. “That early application left the clean, warm beds with irrigation near harvest for fluvellin just…