Growers in Fresno County are making preparations for the approaching busy season with warmer temperatures on the way. CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau, Ryan Jacobsen pointed out that…
California Prunes Look ‘Very Good’ After A Strong Bloom
California prunes appear to be off to a good start after a strong bloom period. The cooler temperatures during bloom seem to have set the crop up for success as…
Critical Timing for Vine Mealybug Management
Temperatures are beginning to warm up and the season is reaching a crucial point for growers planning their vine mealybug management approach. Infestation can occur fairly rapidly because of their…
Lawmakers Propose “California Farmworker COVID-19 Relief Package”
…“The tax credit for overtime is desperately needed, and we appreciate the effort to address rising employment costs during a time of economic crisis. As to the other aspects of…
AFBF Details How Stimulus Funding Can Best Serve Producers
…Milk Donation program to facilitate better distribution for milk donations and utilize emergency assistance programs where appropriate. The CARES Act earmarks funding support for specialty crops, which AFBF emphasizes should…
Spring Cattle Work Calls for COVID-19 Precautions
…tend crops and care for livestock. Beef cattle ranching differs from more intensive agriculture production as much of the work (fixing fence, feeding, checking cattle) is generally a solitary activity….
Direct Marketing Farmers Hit Hardest During Pandemic
…they are definitely being impacted,” said Ruth Dahlquist-Willard, Small Farms and Specialty Crops Advisor for Fresno and Tulare Counties. “Farmers who sell direct to restaurants are probably being hit the…
Almond Matters: Seasonal Priorities for Growers
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers are evaluating their seasonal priorities as the temperatures begin to warm up throughout California. Two points of emphasis as the…
Study Shows Strict Air Quality Regulations Benefit California Agriculture
…perennial crop yields, and further pollution reduction could create additional gains.” Emissions from transportation and energy production along with rising temperatures were found to have a wide range of effects…
Citrus Bloom Starting Up in the Central Valley
…supply chain continues undeterred. “Our farmers certainly don’t stop working. The crops continue to grow. We’re right here in the spring where a lot of the stone fruit and nut…
Discovery of Plant Rust in Your Garden
…your plants, but it rarely kills crops outright. However, if you leave the disease to run its course, your plants will decline in health and may not produce as expected…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…in late April or early May. The industry makes tremendous effort to ensure the safety of crops as well as the workforce, which have been amplified even further to prevent…
Almond Matters: Pest Management Preparation
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, with temperatures forecasted to rise again growers will want to be ready with their pest management preparation. Manager of Field Development…
Foodservice Down, But ‘Brisk’ Fresh Avocado Market Helping
…still keep some distance between workers…We understand there have been extra shifts and different hours to do their best to keep their workers safe.” Listen to the report. Specialty Crops…