…the first operation of its kind in the area, the farm will be exploring a new agricultural frontier. While some farming aspects may transfer over to hemp, such as irrigation…
Perdue Headlining Forbes AgTech Summit, Continuing Innovation Focus
…Jha, Founder & CEO, AgShift George Kellerman, CEO & Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Ventures John Kastl, Sr. Director, Innovation and Intellectual Property, Valley Irrigation, Valmont Industries Alex Knapp, Associate Editor,…
New IPM Model Takes Systems Approach to Addressing Modern Issues
…of IPM, but it is actually kind of a crop production system,” said UC Cooperative Extension Entomology and Biologics Advisor Surendra Dara. “Because it involves everything; agronomic practices, irrigation, nutrition…
The Fuss-Free Herb to Grow in Your Garden
…over water. The plant will tolerate dry conditions, so water deeply once a week or so, allowing the soil around the plant to dry out between irrigation. I’m Cathy Isom……
Almond Matters: Industry Works Toward Sustainability Goals
…water use, reducing the water required for production by a third over the past twenty years through the adoption of more efficient irrigation systems. Tools and techniques such as beneficial…
Western View: Another Water Rights Grab
…largest farmers in the region. But at the moment all they can do is farm; the Imperial Irrigation District will not allow its water to leave the valley. For…
Last Day to Apply for Conservation Stewardship Program is May 10
…adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as advanced irrigation techniques and precision nutrient application. Anyone interested in the Conservation Stewardship Program will need to show records of previous management activities and…
LGMA Adopts New Water Rules for Leafy Greens
…required under the new standards, as well as administering sanitation treatments if necessary. Producers will also no longer be allowed to use untreated surface water with overhead irrigation 21 days…
Time Running Out to Submit CSP Applications
…authorize up to $700 million to be used on the program. CSP provides support funding for landowners participating in multiple conservation practices including cover cropping, irrigation water management, and prescribed…
Almond Matters: Springtime Monitoring Important for Orchard Success
…history on what needs to be done in that orchard, irrigation certainly.” Many growers that may have been limited in their sanitation efforts and are already experiencing pest concerns will…
Almond Matters: Sustainable Practices Improve Overall Industry
…sustainability efforts encourages a spirit of cooperation within the industry and helps dictate where more educational resources may need to be developed. “Typically you’re worrying about irrigation today, or pest…
USDA Census of Agriculture One Week Away
…Aquaculture and the 2018 Irrigation and Water Management Survey. These and other products, such as state, county, and congressional district profiles, will be released throughout the year. The first Census…
Almond Update: Maximize Yields with New CASP Workshops
Another series of workshops from the California Almond Sustainability Program (CASP) is available for producers this month. Almond Board of California’s Senior Manager of Irrigation and Water Efficiency, Spencer Cooper, said the workshops would…
Controlling Tough Weeds Through Residual and Burndown Systems
…insects, diseases, irrigation, fertility,” Beran says. “They need flexibility in time management, which is where residual herbicides have the greatest benefit. They allow growers to control those weeds before they…