…for tho people to come to their senses? I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Visit us on the web at www.citrusindustry.net….
Agri View: Farm Losses from Disasters
…thing for anybody. Period. Farmers in Texas, Florida, and Georgia, are still counting their losses from 3 devastating storms that struck last year. How many citrus groves, rice fields, pecan…
Plant Fruit Trees in Your Yard
…and fruits attract loads of birds, bees, and butterflies. It’s important to know that not all types of fruit trees thrive in all environments. For example, citrus trees will struggle…
USDA Invests in Projects to Spur Innovation in Grazing Lands, Organic Systems and Soil Health
…grazing lands, organic agriculture systems and soil health. Since 2004, USDA has invested more than $297 million for 732 projects. This year’s projects include plans to develop a system that…
The Western View: National Day of the Cowboy
…met, he met it like a man.” I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Check us out on the web at www.citrusindustry.net….
Keeping Honeybees Healthy with Technology
…bees for pollination such as almond and citrus growers. Listen to Symes, talk about her journey from student to CEO and what her company is doing for the industry below….
California Water Board Central Valley Plan Bad for Farmers/Consumers
…a bad plan that needs to be derailed. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Visit us on the web at www.citrusindustry.net….
Fighting to Remain Competitive Despite Increasing Power Rates in California
…and California Citrus Mutual are doing what they can to fight the legislation that would have a serious impact on California agriculture. “The problem for us is, our rates are…
New Test Can Determine Nitrogen Levels in Soil
…as the assumption doesn’t factor in nitrogen from soil organic matter. Knowing the soil’s potential to mineralize nitrogen from organic matter, making it available to plants, would help improve nitrogen…
Organic Group Sues Ben & Jerry’s Over Advertising Claims
The Organic Consumers Association has filed suit against Vermont-based Ben & Jerry’s for deceptive labeling, marketing and sales of Unilever’s Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream products. The suit was filed…
The Western View: Efforts to Split California
…View from AgNet West. I’m Len Wilcox, and that’s the Western View from AgNet West, brought to you by Citrus Industry Magazine. Check us out on the web at www.citrusindustry.net….
Governor Brown Increases Funding for Citrus Protection
Governor Jerry Brown recently signed the 2018-19 budget which provides a significant amount of funding intended for citrus protection. The budget will allow the Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program…
Straw Bale Makes for Low Maintenance Gardening
…or around the bale. Next, you’ll want to condition the straw by using organic fertilizer or compost tea. The rich liquid breaks the bales down into plant-ready nutrients in just…
Organic Foods Set to Continue Growing
…about obesity, diabetes, and digestive orders. North America isn’t the only region pumping out organic products. Germany is currently at the top of the organic food movement in Europe. It…