The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (CDFA/FREP) has allocated $1.15 million to five new projects aimed at enhancing nutrient and irrigation management for California’s…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-07-25
…and crop health. My Land isolates algae from soil samples, cultivates it in fermentation vessels, and applies it through irrigation systems. This process enhances microbial diversity, water-holding capacity, and nutrient…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-03-25
…California and nutrient washout in Florida. He advises growers to remove emotion from economic decisions and to consult experts, with AgroLiquid’s resources available to assist. This episode also features an…
Voices of the Valley: The Connection Between Farming, Food, and Wellness
…bodies and preventing disease to supporting a balanced lifestyle, we discuss how nutrient-rich crops play a crucial role in our well-being with insights from our health and wellness expert, Beth…
Walnuts Declared “Healthy” Under New FDA Definition
…that walnuts, like other nutrient-dense foods, can help Americans improve their eating habits. In particular, replacing foods high in saturated fat with walnuts may support heart health because walnuts are…
NCBA Pushes Back Against Dietary Guidelines
…nutrient-rich, high-protein food that fits into many healthy eating patterns. Scientific_Report_of_the_2025_Dietary_Guidelines_Advisory_Committee_508cDownload A 3-ounce serving of lean beef delivers half of the daily protein adults need, plus 10 vital nutrients like…
Almond Update: Healthy Soils Week Highlights Farming Innovation and Public Engagement
…discuss the benefits of whole orchard recycling. The practice involves chipping and reincorporating old orchard biomass into the soil, which boosts biodiversity, enhances nutrient cycling, and sequesters carbon. Ross emphasized…
Healthy Soils Week Highlights Benefits of Regenerative Farming Practices
…missions: protecting farmland and improving farming practices,” Lum explained, highlighting the dual focus of the organization. Lum outlined several benefits of healthy soils, such as improved water retention, nutrient availability,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-03-24
…and field days, participants explore topics such as composting, regenerative farming practices, and nutrient management, emphasizing community education and environmental stewardship. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson…
Public Input Needed on How to Improve Conservation Practice Standards
…process, including: Waste Storage Facility; Brush Management; Herbaceous Weed Treatment; Soil Carbon Amendment; Prescribed Burning; Roofs and Covers; Fuel Break; Wildlife Habitat Planting; Drainage Water Management; Nutrient Management; Feed Management;…
Sipcam Agro USA Introduces Liquid Organic Alternative to Compost for Permanent Crops
…soon as it reaches the roots,” Phelps emphasized, adding that the product provides growers with improved nutrient uptake and water efficiency. Additionally, Phelps mentioned that applying Annuity in the fall…
Pistachio Production Short Course
…from January 16-18, designed to educate pistachio growers and industry professionals. The event will cover the latest research on orchard management, pest and disease control, irrigation techniques, and nutrient management….
Grant to Support Climate-Smart Cotton Research
…technology, AI, and smart farming techniques to improve practices like weed control, nutrient management, and water use. These innovations are expected to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase carbon capture,…
Dairy and Livestock Sustainability Incentive Grants Available
…reductions in both methane emissions and nutrient surplus. The program, funded by the USDA Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities, has $58 million available for additional grants. This program expands the scope…