…to add soil amendments that can help retain moisture. Peat moss and vermiculite are a couple of good options, but make sure to do your research to determine your plants’…
New ToBRFV Resistant Tomato Variety from Syngenta Coming in 2021
…transmitted within and between crops by people and equipment. Different levels of resistance to the virus exist in Syngenta’s current germplasm, but the research and development team was able to…
New Pollinator Species to Become Available in California
…More than 20 years of research and development has been put into the effort. The species is native to the United States, east of the Rocky Mountains. Davis explains that…
Weed Survey Asks Industry Members to Help Guide Research Priorities
…gauge the level of interest in different weeding technologies. Survey results will ultimately be used to help guide research priorities moving forward. “Dr. Brad Hansen at UC Davis, Dr. Marcelo…
Best Mushroom Growing Kits for the Beginning Gardner
…will help you get the job done. Each type of mushroom needs some sort of material to grow in, so make sure you thoroughly research the requirements of each fungus….
NIFA Awards Over $16M for Small Business Innovation Research Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) awarded over $16 million in grants as part of Phase II of the Small Business Innovation Research…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 11-25-20
…almond growers can be thankful for this year, and banded steam treatments showing positive results in research trials. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 11-25-20
…things almond growers can be thankful for this year, and banded steam treatments showing positive results in research trials. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features…
New Western Growers Partnership Looks to Accelerate Agtech Innovation
…partnership will help connect farmers, researchers, and entrepreneurs in order to determine the most pressing issues and viable solutions. “Being part of an ecosystem helps accelerate innovation,” said Dr. Belinda…
Resistance-Breaking Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Continues to Spread
…the virus. Researchers are also looking the potential of alternative sources of resistance that may be a viable option. “Before something is released in terms of genetic material that is…
Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance Outlines Policy Recommendations
…forestry and wood products, energy, research, and food loss and waste are listed as critical areas to address with policy recommendations. The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance brings together farmers,…
USDA Encourages Safe Food Handling on Thanksgiving
…Participants in a USDA research project did not adequately wash their hands while preparing their meal about 95 percent of the time. Sufficient handwashing and sanitizing are key practices in…
Almond Update: Making the Most of Your Pollination Investment
…Officer Josette Lewis said the session, titled ‘Pollination: Getting the Most from Your Investment’, will review the season and update attendees on the ongoing research in the field of pollinators….
Sustainable Ag Expo & International Sustainable Winegrowing Summit Underway
…until Friday, December 4 to participate in this year’s program. The event will feature the latest viticulture research and technology from the world’s top experts. Moving to an online format…