…a century have silted up, reducing flow by over a third. Restoring these channels could free one to two million acre-feet of water annually while improving habitat for species like…
Using PGRs to Extend Bloom and Improve Nut Set in California Orchards
…well as fruit maturation. By reducing ethylene levels, ReTain helps extend flower longevity, giving more time to be pollinated and fertilized. This can be especially valuable during challenging bloom conditions….
Edward Ring Says Energy Abundance Could Transform California’s Water and Agriculture Future
…that reducing logging from historic levels has contributed to catastrophic wildfires and overgrown forests. Strategic thinning and responsible land management, he said, could improve forest health and potentially increase runoff…
Edward Ring: Dredging the Delta Could Unlock Millions of Acre-Feet for California
…while reducing long-term restrictions. Beyond dredging, Ring called for a shift away from a conservation-only mindset. Urban water use, he noted, has remained nearly flat for decades despite massive population…
How Sodium Interferes with Potassium Uptake in Tree Crops
…root zone. Addressing sodium levels isn’t just about reducing salts; it’s about protecting the efficiency of potassium applications and ensuring that trees can access the nutrients needed for optimal performance….
World Ag Expo Week Begins as John Duarte Talks Almond Innovation, Water, and California’s Future
…out to sea. He tied current orchard removals under SGMA to rising public health concerns, noting spikes in respiratory illness in areas where orchards have been removed and dust has…
Wolves, Water, and the Fight for California Agriculture
…Reducing California farmland, he argues, does not eliminate food demand. It exports production to countries with fewer environmental protections, worsening global outcomes while weakening U.S. food security. Why These Stories…
Maximizing Nitrogen Efficiency in Permanent Crops
…growers improve nitrogen efficiency throughout the season while reducing losses. Rogers emphasized that nitrogen is one of the easiest nutrients to lose, especially through leaching and volatilization. Because of that,…
Richard Kreps Says Pistachios, Water, and Common Sense Must Lead California Forward
…rethink traditional nutrition strategies as bloom approaches. With newer varieties reducing extreme alternate bearing, he emphasized balancing fertility year-round rather than cutting back during lighter years. Proper nutrient management, water…
Jeff Aiello Says California’s Wolf and Water Crises Are Symptoms of Broken Environmental Policy
…security. He criticized the idea that reducing agriculture in California helps the environment, calling it hypocritical. “You’re exporting your environmental responsibility to countries with fewer regulations,” he said. “People still…
When American Farming Shifted From Hand Power to Horsepower
…prepare in a single day, reducing labor time and expanding operational scale. Early Mechanization Takes Root Innovation accelerated quickly. By 1868, farmers began experimenting with the first steam tractors, an…
Rick Roberti California Cattle Threats: Wolves, Water, and Workforce
…of mountain grazing areas entirely, making it impossible to sustain operations that have relied on that land for generations. That decision ripples outward — reducing county revenue, increasing wildfire risk…
How Mechanization Transformed Corn Farming in America
…produce enough food to feed 10 people for an entire year, illustrating how mechanization expanded food production while reducing labor demands. Why This Transformation Still Matters The steady reduction in…
Harry Ferguson and the Tractor Innovation That Changed Farming
…patenting the first hydraulic lift with automatic draft control, a breakthrough that allowed tractor-mounted implements to respond automatically to changes in soil resistance. This innovation improved traction and control, reducing…