…specialty crop research initiative project and it looks at taking spatial data collected from sensors that we drive through the vineyard, processing that data and then being able to actually…
Biosolorization a Potential Tool for Producers?
…safe, sustainable way to control pests while improving crop quality and yield.” One of the projects they are working is a long-term trial in Chico at Nicolaus Nut Company. Almond…
Salinity Yield Trials in Alfalfa Show Interesting Results
…UC Westside Salinity Yield Trial is evaluating salinity resistance of multiple varieties of alfalfa. “We’re into the salinity trial a couple of years and…we’ve been able to grow the crop…
We’ve Got You Covered. With Quality Copper.
…product An OMRI listing for use in organic crop production coupled with a lower use rate for less environmental load results in safe, effective crop protection. See this interactive guide…
Residue Levels Once Again Well Below Required Limits
…grains, fish, rice, specialty products and water. Some of the fresh and processed fruit and vegetables that were sampled for the 2017 survey were onions, grapefruit, sweet potatoes, cabbage, mangoes,…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…Agency (FSA) added seed cotton as a covered commodity under the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programsfor the 2018 crop year, which provides cotton producers access to USDA…
Avocado Producers Bracing for Light 2019
…damage producers may see. Melban said most producers were done harvesting at the time, but the heat damage is now putting a damper on next year’s crop expectations. About the…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…intended to keep the American agricultural industry secure. “By signing this bill, we are protecting our crop insurance programs and funding that producers rely on in times of disaster,” President…
Farm Bill Set to Bring Several Benefits to California Growers
…in funding for organic and specialty crops, actually research in general, they’re authorized higher. Now of course the next step is fighting for appropriations.” About the Author Brian German Facebook…
The Western View: What We Don’t Know About Geo-Engineering
…rain or to increase the amount of rain that falls during a storm. We’ve also found ways to break up hail to reduce crop damage and created fog banks to confuse enemies…
Almond Industry Remains Committed to Continuous Improvement
…a critical aspect of keeping the almond industry competitive in the market. As California’s largest agricultural export and the third most valuable crop for the state, the almond industry plays…
California Farm Bureau Urges House to Pass Farm Bill
…programs and to increase crop-insurance flexibility. “The farm bill also invests in agricultural research, including studies of ways to mechanize more on-farm tasks,” Johansson said. “Farmers and ranchers face chronic…
CDFA Updates Website to Assist Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by Wildfires
…Agency, crop insurance of course, and the Natural Resource Conservation Service,” Ross noted. “In this particular set of fires, especially the ones up north really had the most impact on…
Winter Gardening Chores for Future Bounty
Winter vegetables growing in a garden including Broccoli, Rhubarb, Cabbage and Red Cabbage Everyone wants a good crop from their garden. Cathy Isom has some tips on gardening chores to…