…farming in Point Reyes is not just about tradition; it’s about producing nutrient-dense food. Stephanie highlighted the link between soil quality, water, and animal care: “You can’t get good quality…
Don’t Cut Fertility After a Tough Year
…than making drastic cuts, Rogers encourages growers to rely on soil and tissue data to make targeted adjustments. Fine-tuning rates based on real-time information is a smarter approach than wholesale…
Almond Outlook, Propane Savings, and Ag Pride
…and bloom conditions could position nonpareils for a rebound year, while pistachios may cycle down after last season’s record harvest. Beyond production numbers, he emphasized the importance of soil health,…
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
…rain is welcome for reservoirs and soil profiles, it complicates pollination logistics. Bees don’t fly in heavy rain, cold temperatures, or high winds, and muddy orchards can delay hive placement….
Building a Smarter Crop Nutrition Budget for Next Season
…expected yield response. Soil and tissue samples should guide spending decisions. By identifying recurring deficiencies or nutrient imbalances, growers can allocate dollars where they will have the greatest impact. In…
Missouri’s Early Agricultural Roots: River Commerce and Opportunity
…soil and reliable access to transportation routes, making them ideal for large-scale farming operations. The promise of opportunity attracted wealthy farmers from established agricultural states such as Virginia, Kentucky, and…
Understanding Soil Tests: pH, CEC, and Base Saturation in Permanent Crops
…determines CEC—sandy soils have lower holding capacity, while heavier soils can retain more nutrients. Knowing a field’s CEC helps growers determine appropriate application rates and avoid overloading the soil with…
Stephanie Moreda-Arend Warns Point Reyes Dairy Families Are Being Forced Off Generational Land
…ecosystems go hand in hand. Quality soil, clean water, and strong pasture management are not optional — they are essential to producing high-quality milk and beef. “You can’t have good…
Jamie Johansson Says 2026 Is a Turning Point for Northern California and Agriculture
…As Johansson put it, California still has everything it needs — soil, water, forests, and hardworking families. The question is whether leadership will restore accountability and abundance before more farms…
Using Tissue and Soil Data to Build Next Season’s Fertility Plan
…soil can interfere with zinc uptake, while sodium issues may impact potassium availability. By recognizing these interactions, growers can make targeted adjustments instead of simply increasing fertilizer rates. Fall soil…
Fertigation vs. Foliar Sprays: Choosing the Right Nutrition Strategy
…has previously noted, soil nutrient relationships can sometimes limit micronutrient uptake. In those cases, placing micronutrients directly into the spray tank bypasses soil tie-up and delivers nutrients straight to the…
Record Pistachio Crop, Global Demand, and California’s Water Reality
…where consumers are responding not only to pistachios’ nutritional value but also to California’s sustainability story. According to Kreps, pistachio growers are excelling at regenerative practices, soil health, and reduced…
How Sodium Interferes with Potassium Uptake in Tree Crops
…today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales Account Manager for AgroLiquid, explained how elevated sodium levels in the soil can directly interfere with potassium uptake. Rogers noted that soil and tissue…
How 19th-Century Technology Transformed Corn and Wheat Farming
…yields and the physical limits of pre-mechanized farming. Every step—from soil preparation to planting and cultivation—required significant time and effort, making efficiency gains difficult without technological change. Mechanization by 1890:…