…farm’s total plantings to the MFP-eligible crops (outlined below) in aggregate in 2019. Those per acre payments are not dependent on which of those crops are planted in 2019, and therefore…
Tips for Growing Cauliflower at Home
…cauliflower variety that grows best in your climate, with full sun, and make sure to grow when the temperatures are between 65 and 70 degrees F. Anything warmer can trigger…
Almond Matters: Increased Alternaria Pressure Likely After Wet Spring
…in temperatures will further contribute to ideal conditions for fungal pathogens to further develop. “As soon as the weather temperatures warm up,” Burkdoll stated, “you have a potential for Alternaria…
Disaster Relief Aid Finally Passes in the House
…But Republican lawmakers blocked the bill each time while the House was in recess The measure includes $3-billion for farm related losses of crops, dairy, on-farm stored crops, prevented planting…
Strawberry Mite Control Helped by Lesser-known Predator
Courtesy UCANR Natural predators can drive mite control in a lot of crops, and a lesser-known insect is helping in strawberries. Santa Maria’s Manzanita Berry farms have a lot of success…
Prevention is Key for California Tree Nut Growers
…Needs To help growers tackle year-long challenges to their tree nut crops, Bayer’s Luna® Sensation and Luna® Experience contain a combination of Luna® and another fungicide, giving growers options when…
California Highlights in 2017 Census of Agriculture
…potatoes, sweet potatoes, fruits, tree nuts, berries, milk from cows, other crops and hay, as well as nursery, greenhouse, floriculture, and sod. Forage crops made up the majority of farming…
Unseasonable Rains Contribute to Weed Control Issues
The series of recent storms that swept through California could create increased weed control issues. The cooler than average temperatures and significant rainfall through Memorial Day weekend will likely require…
Oriental Fruit Fly Eradicated From Sacramento and Yolo Counties
…other invasive species that threaten California’s crops and natural environment are sometimes detected in agricultural areas, the vast majority are found in urban and suburban communities. The most common pathway…
Pesky Critter Known for Attacking Plants
…to wreak havoc on your growing plants. Some of their favorite veggies to feast on include asparagus, cabbage, peppers, lettuce and tomatoes. When cutworms find your crops, they frequently begin…
USDA Reminds Producers of Approaching Marketing Assistance Loan Deadlines
…financing, allowing producers to meet interim cash flow needs and market their crops following a timeline that is the most advantageous,” Fordyce said. These marketing assistance loans are considered nonrecourse,…
Cherries Not the Only Crop to Experience Storm Damage
Many reports have been highlighting the storm damage caused in California cherry crops, however, several other crops also experienced varying levels of damage. Liz Hudson, who owns and operates Hudson…
Bug That Can Be a Help to Your Crops
Cathy Isom has a few tips, and what to look for, about the garden bug that can be a help to your crops and also a nuisance. That’s coming up…
Industry Reaction to USDA Trade Relief Announcement
…Bureau worked in concert with members of Congress from California, advocating for inclusion of more fruit, nut and other ‘specialty’ crops in the assistance package. Adding those crops will help…