…by activist groups to create regulations that address pollinator health. While noble in theory, demands to eliminate vital crop protection tools without the scientific backing to do so undercuts a…
Sending farmers to Mars
…and they will need to be exceptionally efficient. The soil will be very costly as it is shipped in from Earth, and they will have precious little water to grow…
California Ag Day is Coming! Mark Your Calendars!
…protect the health of this most basic and most important resource. This theme also reflects the United Nations’ declaration of 2015 as the International Year of Soils “to increase awareness…
Growers Can Help Protect Bee Health
Becky Langer, Director of the Bayer Bee Care Program, talks with Sabrina Hill about bee health and how growers can help protect bees. Becky Langer – Bayer Bee Care Program…
Tomatoes on Drip Might Need Added Potassium
Experts are seeing a need to add potassium to some tomato crops that are being drip irrigated. Might Need Added Potassium Researchers are seeing low potassium numbers from soils in…
Big Fresno Fair Announces New San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition
…be set up so that Fairgoers can learn more about the art of making olive oil, its health benefits, recipes and more. Each submission must include an entry form, at…
Almond Board of California Leadership Program Begins Seventh Year
…Sons Farming Vishv Thakkar, Noble Enterprises Derek Thomas, California Grown Nut Company Scott Tucker, Pork Power Farms Maria Vasquez, Castle Family Health Centers Mike Vasquez, Toyota Tsusho America For information…
Care and Maintenance of Garden Tools Workshop to be held
…will promote the health of your plants by using well maintained cutting tools. Advance RSVP is requested. A $5.00 donation is suggested to cover the cost of handouts. For additional…
Soil in the City
You could soon be seeing more backyard and community gardens cropping up in urban areas. Cathy Isom tells us why. Soil in the City…
Devastating Citrus Greening Disease Targeted by USDA Grants
…and threatening the citrus industry throughout the U.S. There is currently no cure for the disease, which causes citrus trees to gradually decline in health; produce bitter, misshapen fruit; and…
Vineyard Team Celebrating 20 Years
…Sustainable Ag Expo held at the Madonna Inn Expo Center on November 17-18 focuses on “Balancing Water, Soil, and Nutrient Resources for Long Term Sustainability.” Along with many environmental themes…
Western View: Sustainable Agriculture
…production of food, fiber, or other plant or animal products using farming techniques that protect the environment, public health, human communities, and animal welfare. That seems like a lot to…
Atwater FFA Charters a Strong Showing at Arbuckle Field Day
…Joseph Kamesch (4th overall), Gabby England (5th overall), Juan Hurtado (6th overall), and Amber Miller. The contest involves the evaluation and interpretation of soils and soil profiles. Students analyze various…
Vilsack Announces $30 Million to Fight Citrus Disease
…citrus groves. One project will focus on lowering the pH of the irrigation water and soil to strengthen the root systems of citrus trees to help them better tolerate HLB…