As almond orchards near the crucial bloom period, BASF Tech Service Representative Jessica Samler emphasizes the significance of almond production for both local and global economies. Samler states, “No other…
Large Family Farms Account for Bulk of Commodity Production
…percent of poultry and eggs. The value of production by nonfamily farms ranged from five percent for both hay production and poultry and eggs production to 19 percent for specialty…
Voices of the Valley: Do You Really Know Where Your Food Comes From?
…about the day-to-day intricacies of operating a farm, farmworker safety standards and protection, automation, organic and conventional produce and more. This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 01-16-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes how organic production goes beyond popular buzzwords and the USDA is starting up…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 01-15-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes projections for wine markets and how they could impact California production. Tune in…
Weather’s Impact on Almond Pollination: Insights from BASF
…Despite potential innovations on the horizon, Samler underscores the immediate reliance on weather and pollinators for successful almond production. As almond growers prepare to navigate the complexities of the bloom…
Almond Update: Strategic Marketing to Build Demand in the ‘Attention Economy’
…healthiest snacks on the planet,” Citarella explained. As part of that focus on reputation, communicating the stewardship story of almond production is another key component. “We first focus on making…
California Chill Report: Fresno County Farmer Sees Yield Boost with Dormex
…went from three truckloads to 14 truckloads. So, it was a substantial difference.” While acknowledging the importance of chill hours for pistachio production, Watson saw Dormex as a valuable tool…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 01-08-24
…why some say a change in mindset is a critical aspect of converting to organic production. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet…
Almond Update: 2024 Nutrient Summit Coming Up January 10
…highlighting strategies for organic fertilization planning in mature almond orchards. “While we covered some of this at [The Almond Conference], this is really an opportunity to dig into these topics…
Carpophilus Beetle Discoveries Emphasize Importance of Winter Sanitation
…almond production, thorough destruction of mummy nuts is imperative to ensure a successful crop. Winter sanitation is a fundamental practice in nut production, and “if you needed any more reason…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
…steps to take along the way. Following a panel discussion on “Unlocking the Value of AI on the Digital Farming Journey” at the Organic Grower Summit, Trice emphasized the need…
Shifting Strategies: A Grower’s Perspective on Pest Management Challenges
…In a surprising development, Morgan said they achieved impressive results by adopting organic practices in conventional brassicas, revealing a need to rethink traditional approaches. “We had to move organic processes…
Fertilizer Research Act to Analyze Drivers of High Costs
…to provide farmers with more options and price stability. The bill aims to shed light on market factors influencing fertilizer prices, empowering farmers to make informed decisions about their production…