California tree nut growers face threats to crop yield year-round, from damaging diseases to fungicide resistance to erratic weather. These challenges are often unpredictable, but growers can incorporate proven best…
USDA Expecting the Most Cotton Exports in a Decade
The Department of Agriculture recently released the first production estimate for the 2019 U.S. cotton crop, with expectations of reaching levels that have not been seen in more than a…
Unseasonable Rains Contribute to Weed Control Issues
…are using buried drip,” said Lynn Sosnoskie, UC Cooperative Extension Weed Science Advisor in Merced County. “The cool temperatures and the wet soil are probably also going to impact crop…
Bee Safe Program Working in Tandem with BeeWhere Program
…the crop every year. The two programs will work in conjunction to enhance the overall effort to help boost pollinator health and safety. “They’re two separate programs but they work…
USDA Reminds Producers of Approaching Marketing Assistance Loan Deadlines
…rates online at fsa.usda.gov. “Although many producers may have already marketed their 2018 crops, it’s not too soon to begin thinking about harvest and marketing decisions for your next crop,” Fordyce…
Cherries Not the Only Crop to Experience Storm Damage
Many reports have been highlighting the storm damage caused in California cherry crops, however, several other crops also experienced varying levels of damage. Liz Hudson, who owns and operates Hudson…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 05-24-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted today by Taylor Hillman. In today’s show, cherries aren’t the only crop that was damaged by some of the…
Industry Reaction to USDA Trade Relief Announcement
…Bureau worked in concert with members of Congress from California, advocating for inclusion of more fruit, nut and other ‘specialty’ crops in the assistance package. Adding those crops will help…
USDA Announces Support for Farmers Impacted by Unjustified Retaliation and Trade Disruption
…including crops like soybeans, corn, wheat, cotton, rice, and sorghum; livestock products like milk and pork; and many fruits, nuts, and other crops. High tariffs disrupt normal marketing patterns, raising…
Tricolored Blackbirds Part of Dairy’s Conservation Story
…with a partnership between Audubon, Western United Dairymen, California Farm Bureau and DairyCares, farmers and ranchers like the Jonkmans can receive compensation for the unharvested crop that usually is unusable…
New Agricultural Video Series to Train the Next Generation Debuts
…covering the entire production chain,” said UC Cooperative Extension Cropping Systems Specialist Jeff Mitchell. “Everything from preparation, marketing, establishment of crops, in-season management, harvesting, post-harvest management, and quality.” The videos…
California Rice Planting Back on Track After Getting A Late Start
…going to be the case this year.” As rice planting gets back on schedule, the majority of the crop is expected to be planted by June 1. “That’s an important…
Almond Update: Subjective Forecast Expected, Low Carry-Over for 2019
…a big 2019 crop, even with trade issues in two major markets. Almond Update: Subjective Forecast Expected, Low Carry-Over for 2019 About the Author Taylor Hillman Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Farm Bureau Calls for Quick Resolution on China Trade
…further downward for certain commodities last week.” Bad weather this spring has only added to difficulties posed by trade challenges, as some farmers may opt not to plant a crop…