…CCAs have expertise in Nutrient, Soil, Water, Crop and Pest Management. Growers interested in finding a CCA in their area can go the “Find a Professional” section of the International…
Alfalfa Breed Showing Promise Against Pest
…Barlow says researchers aren’t exactly sure why the varietal is working. Hear more of the leafhopper series: Alfalfa Pests Killing Southern CA Crops -> Leafhopper Management has Little Options ->…
Leafhopper Management has Little Options
Courtesy: UCCE Leafhoppers are causing substantial loss in southern California alfalfa, and management practices are limited. Leafhopper Mangement has Little Options Southern California alfalfa growers deal with leafhoppers every year,…
USDA Expands Access to Credit to Help More Beginning and Family Farmers
…meet the direct farming experience required for farm loan eligibility such as operation or management of a non-farm business, leadership positions while serving in the military, or advanced education in…
Alfalfa Pests Killing Southern CA Crops
Three species of leafhoppers are causing significant losses to alfalfa crops in southern California. Alfalfa Pest Killing Southern CA Crops The insects feed on the plant and inject saliva. The…
Light Brown Apple Moth Quarantine Boundary – San Diego County
…to: CDFA – Pest Exclusion 1220 N Street, Room 325 Sacramento, CA 95814 Electronic Notification of Boundary Changes California Code of Regulation allows interested parties to be notified of quarantine…
USDA Invests Nearly $118 Million to Support America’s Specialty Crop Producers
…improve crop characteristics, identifying and addressing threats from pests and diseases, improving production and profitability, developing new production innovations and technologies, and developing methods to respond to food safety hazards….
Soil Health Takes Main Stage at California State Board of Food and Agriculture Meeting on Oct. 7th
…profiles, and other outreach efforts. Sustainable soil management builds the organic matter within soil, which helps maintain fertility while fostering drought resiliency through increased water retention. California has more than…
United States and Brazil Reach Agreement to End WTO Cotton Dispute
…of dollars every year. This removes that threat and ensures American cotton farmers will have effective risk management tools.” “I am pleased that the United States and Brazil have found…
USDA Helps Deliver the Latest in Innovative Agricultural Methods to Small, Socially Disadvantaged Agricultural Producers
…management and whole-farm planning. SCF-Organic Farms, LTD – $200,000 grant; To complete an organic farming progress study, conduct on-farm pest management workshops and conduct on-farm land preparation demonstrations for socially…
All of Tulare County Added to Asian Citrus Psyllid Quarantine
…detected the pest but not the disease. Residents in the area who think they may have seen the Asian citrus psyllid are urged to call CDFA’s Pest Hotline at 1-800-491-1899….
USDA Awards Over $52 Million in Grants to Grow Organic and Local Food Economies
…relating to management of diseases, insect pests and weeds in specific regions. Community Food Projects addresses a serious local issue, which is basic food access for low-income families and individuals….
USDA Unveils Key New Programs to Help Farmers Manage Risk
…the first step before choosing which new program best serves their risk management needs. Letters sent this summer enabled farm owners and producers to analyze their crop planting history in…
USDA Announces up to $31 Million to Empower People to Make Healthy Eating Choices
…this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new…