…practices and soil conservation provide opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and further California’s climate adaptation goals, “said Craig McNamara, president of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture….
Nut Tree Yellowing in Northern California
Growers are seeing some abnormal yellowing and lack of growth on nut trees in northern California and the problem could be in the soil. Yellowing Nut Trees Advisors have gotten…
USDA, Microsoft to Launch “Innovation Challenge” to Address Food Resiliency
…farm production surveys, and more recently from satellite imagery and remote sensors that can provide information on the health of crops around the country,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Through…
Almond Orchard Sustainability Lifecycle Study Highlights Greenhouse Gas Benefits, Provides Baseline for Future Goals
…the soil. “Almond orchards capture and store a significant amount of carbon both above and below the surface over their 25-year lifecycle. This carbon storage provides a climate benefit not…
Citrus Industry This Week: New FDOC Leadership; CHMAs Help Profits
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes reports on new leadership at the Florida Department of Citrus and proof that successful Citrus Health Management Areas can help…
USDA and NASA Expand Efforts in Space and on Earth
Space satellite orbiting the earth. Elements of this image furnished by NASA. Cathy Isom tells us how the USDA and NASA are using satellites to better monitor soil moisture and…
Conservation Incentives for Working Grass, Range and Pasture Lands
…cost of restoring, enhancing and protecting certain grasses, shrubs and trees to improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and reduce loss of wildlife habitat. In return, the U.S. Department of…
Western View: Illegal Marijuana Grow Sites in the Forests
…use. And, they heavily use and misuse pesticides, polluting the water and soil with their irresponsible chemical use. Now, this isn’t a matter of whether or not a person thinks…
Tulare County Farm Bureau to Host Tree Nut Harvest Safety Seminar, July 22
…harvest equipment for walnuts, almonds and pistachios will be included. Training will be provided in English and Spanish. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. Staff of the Family Healthcare Network…
Healthy Soil Vs. Drought
California has been historically dry, but healthy soil practices are helping some farmers weather the drought. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.nrcs.usda.gov…
Record Number of Farmers and Ranchers Certified Under 2014 Farm Bill Conservation Compliance
…have access to fertile soil, healthy food supplies, and a strong rural economy.” USDA has gone to extraordinary lengths to ensure that every impacted producer knew of the June 1,…
Citrus Industry This Week: Total Tree Health to Fight HLB; Grapefruit Survey
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes a report from University of Florida’s (UF) Michael Rogers who maintains total tree health is key to fighting HLB and…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Detection In Santa Clara County Expands Quarantine Into Alameda County
…and disease. There is no cure once the tree becomes infected, the diseased tree will decline in health and produce bitter, misshaped fruit until it dies. HLB has been detected…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review July 3
…Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, the World Food Prize, drought resistant soil, and grilling like a PRO. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.nrcs.usda.gov www.fsis.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov…