…“slug” of nitrogen followed by heavy irrigation can lead to leaching, especially in lighter soils. By breaking applications into smaller doses, growers can better protect nutrients and ensure they remain…
Early Spring Moves That Protect Yield in Tree Fruit and Grapes
…He describes how products like Chateau fit into a clean vineyard program, how soil activation really works, and why proper rates and tank mixes matter for long-lasting weed control through…
Harry Ferguson and the Tractor Innovation That Changed Farming
…patenting the first hydraulic lift with automatic draft control, a breakthrough that allowed tractor-mounted implements to respond automatically to changes in soil resistance. This innovation improved traction and control, reducing…
Why California Growers and Agribusinesses Should Look East to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
…Expo directly mirror issues faced in the West. Sessions routinely address water-use efficiency, irrigation technology, pest and disease management, soil health, precision agriculture tools, and strategies for improving operational efficiency….
Why Last Season’s Fertility Still Matters for California Tree Crops
…data as you can,” he said, encouraging growers to regularly pull soil and tissue samples. These tools can help identify deficiencies and allow growers to make informed adjustments during the…
American Agriculture’s Expansion in the Early 1900s
…scientific research and modernization. Farmers across the country were adopting new practices aimed at improving productivity, restoring soil health, and strengthening regional agricultural economies. This period marked an important transition,…
Staying One Step Ahead This Season in Citrus and Almonds
…on proactive steps that protect tree health before problems take hold. For almond growers, the conversation turns to red leaf blotch, an emerging disease that expanded farther south than expected…
Early Season Tree Nutrition: What California Growers Should Be Thinking About Now
…benefits in soil cleanup, especially in areas dealing with salinity. “We’ve had some good rain to push some of those salts out of the root system,” he said. For more…
Colorado Agriculture: Mining, Railroads, and Early Farms
…soil was sandier than in neighboring states, and rivers were largely unnavigable, making farming and transportation extremely difficult. Mining Sparks Agricultural Growth The discovery of gold and silver in the…
Bloom time is a make-or-break factor in almond disease control, and getting it right can protect yield all season long
…bloom-time diseases aren’t appropriately managed. If you’re planning your almond spray program or want to protect yield, tree health, and chemical longevity, this is a must-listen episode. Bloom time is…
Verdant Robotics’ Sharpshooter Is Redefining Precision Weed Control
…protect beneficial insects, soil microbes, and surrounding ecosystems. Originally developed for apple blossom pollination and thinning, the technology was later adapted for in-field weed control. That evolution allows growers to…
Soil Health, Water, and the Future of Farming With Live Earth
…the full interview to hear Russell Taylor break down soil health, regulations, real-world trial results, and where California agriculture is headed next. Soil Health, Water, and the Future of Farming…
California’s Budget Boom, Soil Solutions, and a Major Malaysia Trade Deal for U.S. Ag
…farmers and rural communities keep feeling squeezed. From state politics, the show shifted into soil health and crop efficiency with Russell Taylor of Live Earth, a company mining humate deposits…
Brooke Rollins in California, Potter Valley Dams, and Propane Tech: A Big Day for AgNet News Hour
…backup generators and irrigation engines to innovative tools like steam-based soil treatments that can reduce reliance on fumigants, plus flame weeding systems that may help organic growers control weeds efficiently….