…their own experience with using Dormex and other rest-breaking agents to see what’s the effect on the crop and production,” Khezri explained. Information from the UC Davis Chill Calculator shows…
Details of Climate-Smart Agriculture Investments from IRA
…to prevent the release of soil carbon stores. Meanwhile, NRCS will prioritize ACEP-WRE for eligible lands that contain soils high in organic carbon. NRCS plans to roll out the…
U.S. Cotton Plantings Down Despite Demand Improvements
…notes that increasing production costs, lackluster demand, and supply chain challenges have been difficult challenges for growers. However, the outlook for the 2023/24 marketing year presents some optimism. While world…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 02-13-23
…cold weather during grape bloom and USDA engaging industry members on new organic rules. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous…
Week in Review: Flooding Delays Monterey Production & Lawmakers Call for Avian Flu Action
Flood damage in Monterey County is going to set back production timelines for many growers. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, eight U.S. Senators are requesting that the…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 02-10-23
…a promising market for US ag products, and how Monterey County production delays are impacting some but not all producers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews,…
Another Record Year for American Dairy Exports
…percentage of U.S. milk production was exported overseas,” said Jim Mulhern, President and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation. “This happened despite the headwinds our exporters battled last year,…
Planting Delays in Monterey County Due to Flood Damage
Flood damage in Monterey County is going to set back production timelines for many growers. Multiple storms brought a tremendous amount of rainfall to the area, flooding a significant amount…
New Ways to Track COVID in Animals
…using monoclonal antibody technology that has a good history of commercial acceptance, we expect easier licensing to industry and speedy production. Getting low cost, disposable tests available to facilitate detection…
Almond Update: Advancing Pest Management Practices
…production practices. ABC Director for Sustainability and Environmental Affairs, Gabriele Ludwig led a panel focused on the future of pest management during the 2022 Almond Conference. One area of discussion…
California Chill Report: Facilitating Bloom Synchronization to Boost Yields
…noted that the project will continue. As pistachios are an alternate bearing crop, there are considerations as to how that could impact production results in the research. “This year we’re…
OTA on USDA Steps to Prevent Fraud in Organic Ag
The USDA is taking steps to prevent fraud in organic ag. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Organic Trade Association applauded the USDA and the National Organic…
Lawmakers Call for More Action in Addressing Avian Flu Outbreak
Several lawmakers are seeking action on the ongoing avian flu outbreak. The issue has been impacting poultry production for a year now. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack,…
Study Shows Rotational Grazing Adoption Varies by Region
…varies by region. Rotational grazing is a management practice in which livestock are cycled through multiple fenced grazing areas to manage forage production, forage quality, animal health, and environmental quality….