…tree oil and synthetic chemistry, offering a powerful solution for California agriculture. Tedford explains the benefits of this hybrid fungicide, its broad spectrum of activity, and its resistance management properties….
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…the broader implications of wildfires for California’s agricultural sector, detailing the effects on crops, livestock, and water resources. The hosts emphasize the need for better wildfire management and agricultural practices,…
Using 3D Technology to Help Farmers with Weed Suppression
…resistant weeds on their operations. While cover crops are helping curb weed growth, more tools are needed to support farmer success. NRCS CIG partners, North Carolina State University, Texas A&M…
CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to New Projects
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (CDFA/FREP) has allocated $1.15 million to five new projects aimed at enhancing nutrient and irrigation management for California’s…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-09-25
…National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), about the impact of these designations on grazing lands and rural communities. The discussion also touches on broader issues of land management, government overreach, and…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-08-25
…state of Montana and Yellowstone National Park regarding the park’s bison management plan. They delve into the implications of increasing bison populations, such as the spread of brucellosis to cattle,…
Weed Killer Paraquat Linked Potentially to Thyroid Disease and Birth Defects
DepositPhotos image California’s pesticide regulators have linked the weed killer paraquat to potential thyroid disease and birth defects, though no direct link to Parkinson’s disease has been established. This preliminary…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-06-25
…He noted that the central U.S. saw above-average precipitation this year, but parts of the South remain in drought. Miller emphasized the critical need for water management in agriculture due…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-03-25
…of Illinois Farm Bureau’s membership due to a business decision by affiliate company Country Financial. Sabrina talks with Galen Beer, the national sales strategy and product management lead for AgroLiquid,…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-02-25
…understanding of traditional practices. Topics like nozzle selection, calibration, and the role of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) are elaborated, providing essential guidelines for improving application efficiency and safety. Listen to…
Almond Update: Mastering Orchard Spraying
…whether an application is successful. Drift management and water quality add further considerations. Larger droplets can help minimize drift, but this must be balanced against the need for effective coverage….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-31-24
…management, although enforcing these policies remains complex due to the wolves’ status under various endangered species protections. The conversation highlights the multifaceted nature of the problem, including issues around depredation…
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…to create an unrivaled weed control solution for row crops. The new agreement sees the two manufacturers co-develop new weeding technology and products, integrating electrical weeding into precision-guided toolbar systems,…
California Navel Orangeworm Program Looking For More Participation
…Looking For More Participation Larva of navel orangeworm Credit: UC IPM/Jack Kelly Clark The goal of the NOW program is to develop an area -wide integrated pest management program that…