…Dust Bowl’s Devastating Lesson Despite these advancements, Colorado agriculture faced one of its greatest challenges during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. Severe drought, combined with poor land management practices,…
Fire Ant Control Timing Critical for Protecting Almond Yields
…bait to work through the colony and reduce populations before they can impact developing nuts. Combining proper timing with a broader management strategy can help growers stay ahead of fire…
Todd Burkdoll Highlights Tools for Ants, Plant Bugs, and Weed Control
…it has shown strong effectiveness as a foliar treatment. Weed management is also critical, especially when dealing with annual grasses that compete for water and nutrients. Burkdoll pointed to Select…
California Cattle Under Pressure: Katie Roberti Speaks Out
…reality. Livestock losses, sleepless nights, and emotional strain have become part of the job. Roberti emphasized that this is not a temporary challenge. Unlike weather or markets, predator management is…
California Cattle Industry Faces Growing Pressure; Katie Roberti Discusses Wolves, Water, and Policy Challenges
…for better predator management, improved water infrastructure, or stronger representation in Sacramento, she stressed that collaboration and communication will be key moving forward. The episode offered a clear look at…
Fire Ant Control and Farm Policy Take Center Stage; Mike Johanns Shares Insight for Growers
…The show opened with a timely conversation on fire ant management in almond orchards, a growing concern for producers across the state. John Mays of Central Life Sciences explained that…
Part 2: Research Highlights Effective Tools for Almond Red Leaf Blotch Control
…allows growers to manage several disease threats with a single application when timed correctly. Proper fungicide rotation remains an important part of resistance management. Burkdoll emphasized the importance of rotating…
Broadcast Applications Improve Fire Ant Control in Almond Orchards
…that fire ants often nest in electrical components, irrigation systems, and machinery, creating operational challenges beyond the orchard itself. Effective fire ant management not only protects yield but also helps…
Early American Farmers and the Cycle of Moving West
…way. Many early settlers had limited knowledge about long-term soil management or sustainable cultivation practices. Because the land they encountered was “virgin soil,” it was initially extremely fertile and produced…
The Hard Lessons of the Great Plains: Early Settler Struggles
…safety net against unpredictable losses, while new conservation techniques improved soil health and water management. Large-scale federal aid further reduced risks, allowing the next generation of farmers to reestablish themselves…
Agave Innovation on the West Side; Stuart Wolf and Family Look Toward Farming’s Future
…Wiley Wolf focuses on sustainability projects across the operation, including water management, soil health, solar development, and pollinator habitats. The next generation of the family says modern farming requires constant…
California Water, SGMA, and the Future of Farming
…of SGMA Another major shift came in 2014 when California passed the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). The law requires regions across the state to bring groundwater pumping into balance…
California Water Debate: Can Farming’s Future Be Secured?
…the state is far larger than when much of its water infrastructure and policy framework was developed. Yet many farmers say water management has not evolved to meet those increasing…
The Rise of Open Range Ranching on the Great Plains
…Texas Northward Cattle ranching began early in Texas, where Spanish and Mexican traditions of cattle management had already taken root. As demand for beef grew in eastern cities after the…