…to accelerate studying how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline to allow the sales of E15. We also talk about regenerative agriculture with J. D. Capuano, head of research…
ROAR Grant Supports Research to Protect California’s Strawberry Crop
…Agricultural Research (ROAR) grant to the University of California, Davis (UC Davis), matched by UC Davis funds for a total investment of $299,323. The research team, led by Dr. Mitchell…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…research suggests that allowing soil time to rest can benefit long-term productivity. “Sometimes it’s good to leave land fallow for a year or two between plantings to give the ground…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 10-31-24
…devastate the wine industry; and Claudia Carter, Executive Director of the California Wheat Commission and Jadee Rohner, Executive Director of the Arizona Grain Research & Promotion Council who discuss the…
Automation at FIRA Tackles Labor Challenges in Agriculture
…including planting and weeding, providing flexibility to meet growers’ needs. While automation offers promising solutions, challenges remain—especially concerning regulations. Duflock referenced research by Lynn Hamilton from Cal Poly, highlighting a…
Almond Board Prepares for December Conference
…information, noting that other almond-growing regions, such as Australia, have already dealt with these pests. This global collaboration enables researchers to conduct back-to-back research across hemispheres, compressing two years of…
New Oat Germplasm Lines Developed to Combat Crown Rust
DepositPhotos image A team of Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and university scientists has released two new oat germplasm lines, CDL-111 and CDL-167, to strengthen defenses against crown rust, the most…
Vineyard Team Announces 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo Program Lineup
…latest research and developments in sustainable agriculture. Topics include pest management strategies, soil health, automation, and mechanization. Key presentations include: Fritz Westover (Westover Viticulture) on the impact of pruning and…
Students Encouraged to Apply for CME Group Beef Industry Scholarships
…who are essential to the future of food production. Eligible students include those studying education, communication, production, research, or other areas related to the beef industry. CME Group’s John Ricci,…
Research Reveals Long-Term Decline in Wild Bee Populations
…Research Unit, co-led the study, which analyzed nearly a century of bee data from the E.S. George Reserve in collaboration with the University of Michigan. The research, spanning from 1921…
Applications Now Open for OFRF’s 2025 Farmer-Led Trials Program
DepositPhotos image Organic and transitioning farmers and ranchers can now apply for the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF)’s Farmer-Led Trials (FLT) Program for the 2025 season. This program offers a…
Study: Wildfire Smoke Cuts Nut Production in California Orchards
DepositPhotos image Long-term exposure to smoke from wildfires can significantly reduce the energy reserves of orchard trees and slash nut production by up to 50%, according to researchers at the…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 10-09-24
…through enhanced research, mechanization, and better risk management tools like crop insurance. We also talk with Matt Mulica Senior Project Director, Keystone Policy Center, and the Facilitator of the Honeybee…
Federal Funding Boosts Dairy Innovation at Fresno State
…will strengthen the California dairy market and enhance research opportunities for students in the agricultural field. “Fresno State continues to grow the next generation of innovative dairymen and women,” he…