…questions that was posed to the panel was “can you be regenerative and not be organic?” “My response was, no, that would be impossible. There’s no way you’re building soil…
Almond Matters: Putting Dormancy Programs into Action
…then work them in the ground and shred them up and work them into the soil,” Burkdoll noted. “Or you could go after them on the tree with an insecticide…
Ten Percent Initial Allocation for State Water Project
…the upcoming year. It is determined by factors such as October and November precipitation, dry soil conditions, runoff, and storage levels in Lake Oroville. However, it’s crucial to note that…
Almond Matters: Early Planning Crucial with Another Wet Winter Forecasted
…an inch. So that incorporation really locked them in there. You’ve got to get them into the soil where they are going to work on the upper layer of soil,…
State Seeks Helps in Defining ‘Regenerative Agriculture’
…positive impacts on the state’s environmental, social, human health, and economic goals. Soil health has also been highlighted as a foundational element within the framework recommendation. Public engagement is being…
Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers
…water and nutrient holding capacity of a soil, particularly sandy soils,” explained McMillan. “Enhancing soil health increases plant vigor which enables plants better able to withstand environmental stresses like drought.”…
Climate-Smart Ag Incentives Available to Growers
…data collection no more than twice a year.” The practices include short-season cover crops, nutrient management, residue and tillage management, alley cropping, water management, as well as soil amendments and…
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Weeds with Preemergents
…a central component of getting effective management of weeds. Clean berms and removal of leaves or leftover weeds will allow for better coverage and incorporation into the soil. Herbicide materials…
DPR Seeks Comment on Statewide Pesticide Notification System
…builds on existing processes, requiring licensed applicators to submit electronic information about intended pesticide use 24 hours in advance, or 48 hours for soil fumigants. DPR said the aim is…
New Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards Established
…space requirements for poultry, ensuring access to the outdoors with soil and vegetation. Living conditions for livestock must allow natural behaviors like stretching and scratching, with proper bedding to maintain…
More Than $1.77 Billion Paid Out Through Conservation Reserve Program
…that enhance carbon sequestration and diminish greenhouse gas emissions. The FSA has also introduced additional flexibility in soil rental rate adjustments, with the possibility of rate increases where appropriate. Payments…
Nearly $5 Million Granted to Support Organic Research Led by UC Davis
…will cover food safety, cost, soil improvement, water conservation, and pest control. The research seeks to understand the effects of ICLS on nitrogen availability and soil health, the control of…
Applications for Innovation Grants Due October 30
…producers. Funding priorities have been identified as irrigation water management technologies, nutrient management, grazing lands, feed management and enteric methane reduction, and soil health demonstration trials. Grant awards will range…
California Walnut Production Expectations Up From 2022
…positive outlook can be attributed to favorable weather conditions. A cold winter ensured sufficient chill hours for the walnut trees, while a wet winter and spring helped restore soil moisture…