…a narrative — they unfolded in real time. While filming in Sierra Valley, he witnessed California Department of Fish and Wildlife, USDA officials, drones, wardens, and ranchers all scrambling to…
Zone-Based Nutrition Helps Tree Crop Growers Fine-Tune Fertility Programs
…where nutrients are sufficient and where deficiencies exist—and then adjust fertigation programs accordingly. Instead of treating an entire orchard the same, zone-based nutrition allows growers to customize applications for each…
When American Farming Shifted From Hand Power to Horsepower
…corn, requiring 2½ to 3 acres of land. Most of this work depended on hand tools and basic animal assistance, making farming both time-consuming and physically demanding. A Transformational Era:…
Making Smart Fertility Adjustments Without Losing Sight of the Long Term
…In today’s Agronomic Minute, Dylan Rogers, Sales Account Manager for AgroLiquid, shared his perspective on how growers can use data to fine-tune programs without overreacting. Rogers emphasized that fertility programs…
Post-Bloom Nutrition: Setting Today’s Crop and Preparing for Next Year
Post-Bloom Nutrition: As California tree crops move out of bloom and into early fruit development, nutrition strategies shift toward supporting crop set, nut fill, and long-term orchard health. In a…
Rick Roberti California Cattle Threats: Wolves, Water, and Workforce
…surveillance, and even USDA drone teams. None of it stopped the killings. Roberti said the idea that ranchers can solve the problem with guard dogs or range riders ignores reality….
Sonoma County Agriculture: Challenges, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
…remains central to Ghirardelli’s mission. Programs like Ag Days, which host thousands of students, parents, and teachers, provide hands-on learning about farming and ranching. During Measure J, the Farm Bureau…
Early Spring Moves That Protect Yield in Tree Fruit and Grapes
…so well, how bare trees enable superior coverage, and which application conditions can make the biggest difference in performance. You’ll hear guidance on building an effective dormant insecticide program, including…
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
…in U.S. broiler production in 2025 helped stabilize prices. At the same time, USDA data shows cold storage wing inventories at 57 million pounds, the lowest November level in more…
Why California Growers and Agribusinesses Should Look East to the 2026 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
…showcase the latest products, services, and technologies — from crop protection and nutrition to equipment, automation, and data-driven farm management tools. For California-based agribusinesses, the Expo offers a chance to…
Why Last Season’s Fertility Still Matters for California Tree Crops
…that process, staying on top of fertility after harvest is essential. Rogers emphasized that a consistent nutrition program helps influence yield potential for the next season. If key applications were…
American Agriculture’s Expansion in the Early 1900s
…American agriculture diversified, it also intensified. The use of commercial fertilizer rose steadily during the early 1900s, reflecting a growing understanding of soil nutrition and yield management. During the first…
Bloom Window Nutrition: Key Considerations for California Tree Crop Growers
…a few nutrients that are widely considered industry staples. “Industry standard bloom spray nutrition is always boron and zinc,” he said, adding that most bloom programs include at least those…
Staying One Step Ahead This Season in Citrus and Almonds
…how growers can build an effective program before infections become established. Whether you are focused on citrus or almonds, this episode highlights why early action, prevention, and awareness are key…
