…the pesticide’s registration in California. Paraquat is widely used to control weeds in many crops. However, concerns have grown around its potential health and environmental risks, particularly its high toxicity….
CDC Urges Increased Testing for H5N1 in Dairy Farm Workers
…spread that could threaten human health. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November…
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
…focuses on innovative organic and climate-smart farming practices, including cover cropping and soil health management. His work has helped farmers adopt more sustainable practices, increasing resilience and reducing environmental impact….
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
…agricultural producers to plant wildflowers, cover crops, and hedgerows, promoting biodiversity and improving soil health. This approach also helps manage pests and supports the resilience of farming operations. Xerces continued…
Cattle Don’t Spread Cheatgrass According to New Study
…cattle graze, they improve soil health for native plants. This study shows that grazing isn’t just practical—it’s essential for land management,” she explained. The study encourages better cooperation between ranchers…
Almond Update: California Almond Board Courts Mexican Bakers with Central Valley Tour
…driven by a rising middle class seeking health-conscious yet indulgent foods. The tour is part of a broader strategy to establish almonds as a premium baking ingredient in Mexico. Sabrina…
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
…animal welfare, reduce environmental pollution, and promote public health by limiting large-scale animal confinement. They claimed that CAFOs contribute to water contamination and the spread of diseases. The measure faced…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ethnicity in Early Agriculture
…for example. Each simply carried forward practices from their homeland, but with a lot more land to work with and fertile soil. German farmers, for example, preferred using oxen to…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…cropping and groundwater recharge, both of which can help maintain soil health during periods of rest between plantings. The concept of resting land, or fallowing, is not new, and some…
Farmers Supporting Monarch Butterflies
…wild vegetation alike. According to Farmers for Monarchs, increasing habitat for monarchs supports various pollinators, contributing to improved yields and soil health through practices like planting diverse flowering species that…
New Biochar Facility to Repurpose Almond Shells for Sustainability
…shells from Treehouse’s hulling operations into biochar, a carbon-rich material known for its environmental benefits. Biochar improves soil health by retaining moisture and nutrients while reducing the need for chemical…
Sipcam Agro USA Introduces Liquid Organic Alternative to Compost for Permanent Crops
…SIPCAM, highlighted the product’s potential benefits compared to compost, especially in California’s low-organic soils. Phelps explained that while compost and manure have been used for generations to enrich soil, they…
American Agriculture History Minute: Cooperative Extension Service Created
…enabled producers and their families to receive help in agricultural production, livestock health, home economics. It also included in that Cooperative Extension Service a charter working with young boys and…
California Agriculture Faces Challenges but Promises Innovation, Says Secretary Ross
…optimism that California’s farmers will continue to grow healthy crops. She also pointed to the connection between healthy eating and disease prevention. Through initiatives linking food production to public health,…