…as winter juvenile tree dieback, the warmer temperatures in fall can cause issues by preventing trees from quickly entering the dormant stage and leaving the window open for potential damage. …
USDA Leads Efforts in International Year of Plant Health
Each year invasive pests destroy upward of 40 percent of the world’s food crops which causes $220 billion in trade losses each year, according to the United Nations. In efforts to stop…
Ag Groups Applaud New WOTUS Rule Definition
…implementing on-farm soil health practices like planting cover crops, reducing tillage and more carefully managing crop residue,” said National Corn Growers Association President Kevin Ross. “This new rule gives the…
Growing Your Own Edamame
…unlike other types of beans, edamame has a long maturation period and are sensitive to cooler temperatures. Most varieties set 2-3 beans per pod. Pay close attention to how long…
California Almond Community Announces Five-Point Pollinator Protection Plan
…the field with a series of in-orchard workshops in the next two weeks covering the Bee BMPs as well as the benefits of planting bee pastures and cover crops. Held…
Report Highlights Busy Year for California Rice in 2019
…an area that we need to remain diligent in because there’s a lot of moving pieces,” Morris noted. Similar to other California crops, the rice industry is also working on…
Citrus Growers Pleased with Weather and Crop Conditions
…harvested so far, and while the temperatures have remained in a steady range, growers could still use a few days of cooler temperatures as the season progresses. “We don’t want…
Almond Update: First ‘In The Orchard’ Workshops of 2020 Prep Growers for Pollination
…first set of the ‘In The Orchard’ workshops on pollination and cover crops. ABC’s Industry Relations Specialist Rebecca Bailey said the workshops are great, free events held around the state…
Ag Groups Urge Action After Adverse Effect Wage Rate Increase
…by at least six percent. AFBF points out that the average AEWR has increased 17 percent nationally over the past five years, while revenue growth for many labor-intensive crops has…
Chinese Trade Deal to Be Signed in Coming Weeks
…to be purchased. Markets have had a positive response to the news that tensions between the U.S. and China are beginning to soften, with soybean futures rising last week to…
Latest Report Highlights the Impact of UC ANR on California Communities
…report include helping to promote economic prosperity through working with growers to adopt superior varieties of crops, as well as implement new practices to ensure the health of livestock. Through…
Fighting Almond Disease? Particle Size Does Matter.
…“never settle” formula – even after a year of storage in extreme temperatures. Champ stays in suspension longer, mixes easier in water and covers plants better to deliver superior protection….
How to Overwinter Perennials in Containers
…outdoors, such as plastic, composite, metal, and wood pots. Next store your perennials indoors. In an unheated garage, shed, or basement that has temperatures between 30 and 40 degrees. Since…
When to Transplant Tomato Seedlings
…earlier transplants that have been stunted by the cold. In general, when nighttime temperatures remain steadily above 50 F, it is safe to begin hardening off your seedlings. This should…