Increasing frequencies of diamondback moth issues in cole crops highlights the importance of an integrated pest management (IPM) approach. Many growers in California and Arizona have been reporting difficulty in…
Biden Investing $1 Billion to Improve Meat Processing Sector
…rising food prices. The North American Meat Institute points to rising costs of inputs and fuel, coupled with unprecedented demand, as pushing consumer prices higher. About the Author Brian German…
Snowpack Survey Provides Hope for Season Ahead
…need more storms and average temperatures this winter and spring, and we can’t be sure it’s coming. So, it’s important that we continue to do our part to keep conserving…
Citrus Forecast Down for Navel and Mandarin Varieties
…a notable drop in production for the Navel and Mandarin crops. The Mandarin crop is expected to be down 45 percent from the 2020-2021 season. The total Navel orange crop…
2020 Crop Report Puts Fresno County at the Top Once Again
…crops that we have here that allow that strength.” Of the 300 crops grown in Fresno County, ten contribute to over 70 percent of the total crop value. The…
Citrus Production Benefits from Rain and Cooler Temperatures
The cooler temperatures in recent weeks and the rainstorms that have come through California have been good news for citrus production. President and CEO of California Citrus Mutual, Casey Creamer…
Almond Update: Heading Into 2022 with Industry Optimism
…2021 marketing year that ended in July. We had these year-on-year massive crops,” Waycott explained. “But we were able to handle that which proved that we could do it and…
Fertilizer Prices Creating Concern for Farmers
In recent weeks several agricultural groups have been raising concerns about increasing fertilizer prices. The rising costs have prompted a call for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate…
California Farming By the Numbers Water Edition
…under crops with 41 percent saying they were extremely likely to pull out orchards based on fear of inadequate water deliveries in the future. This past year, Farm Bureau partnered…
Alternative Method to Get Honey Bees for Free
…Some people also rent their bees out for pollination. Farmers will pay a fee for you to place some of your bees on their land to help their crops. And,…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 12-15-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering funding for California specialty crops, four scholarships opportunities available…
MSOB: Taking a Closer Look at Biosolids Applications
…impact on a variety of factors. “If a farmer or rancher does have grazing land and crops for feeding their livestock, using an application of biosolids is quite beneficial,” said…
Agronomic Minute: Getting Ahead of Walnut Blight
…the most effective approach for mitigating any potential damage. Technical Service Lead for Specialty Crops for UPL, Joe Vassios said that after lower levels of infection last year, growers may…
Challenges When Caring for Livestock in the Winter Time
…food, and care. Starting with their water source, you’ll need to regulate water temperatures to avoid freezing. Also, monitor the quality of the water. Is it muddy, dirty, or contaminated?…