…out that boundaries and management requirements are “premature.” Farmers from various states expressed concerns about the proposal’s complexity, potential cost increases, and its impact on weed control. The consensus among…
Almond Update: Automation is the Next Step in Irrigation Efficiency
…will be highlighted during a panel discussion at The Almond Conference 2023, December 5-7 in Sacramento. The “Automation – A Key to Precision Irrigation Management” session will be taking place…
Arizona Governor Loses Members of Water Policy Council
…be impacted directly and immediately by any rural groundwater regulatory framework.” Smallhouse clarified that AFB sought innovative, locally driven approaches for groundwater management but found the committee’s direction predetermined, resembling…
Groundwater Recharge Legislation Takes Effect January 1, 2024
…and funding, to address the impacts of climate change on the state’s water supply. “SB 659 represents the most significant effort since creation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act in…
October Report Details Water Recharge Capacity for Water Year 2023
…remains for future dry periods. Subsidence is anticipated to rise unless sustained efforts to reduce long-term groundwater extraction are implemented under ongoing sustainable groundwater management. The Tulare Lake Hydrologic Region…
Dairy Checkoff’s Pizza Partnerships Growing Cheese Sales
…to drive a lot of additional cheese use during the rest of 2023. Paul Ziemnisky is Group EVP of Health and Wellness, Insights, and Innovation with Dairy Management Inc (DMI)….
‘Unprecedented’ Lygus Problems for Cotton Growers
…Cooperative Extension Specialist at UC Davis. Management of the pest has been further challenged by a lack of effective materials that could have unintended consequences later in the season. Considerations…
Almond Update: Pest Management in Almonds to Be Highlighted at CAPCA Conference
…is the major continuing education meeting for the state’s PCAs, providing a significant amount of continuing education units. Senior Specialist of Pest Management for the Almond Board of California (ABC)…
National Dairy Herd Information Scholarship Applications Open
…involvement in dairy medicine, extracurricular activities, and interest in dairy software and dairy records to improve dairy management and animal health. Applications are due on December 31. Specific application requirements…
Fruit Fly Quarantine Expands with Further Detections
…fruits and vegetables from their property, while consumption or processing on-site is allowed. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles will guide eradication efforts. A “male attractant” technique using a mix of…
New and Improved Crop Insurance Options for Specialty Crop and Organic Producers
…nation, USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is providing new insurance options and improving longstanding programs. Liabilities for insured specialty crops surged from $1 billion to over $23 billion between 1990…
Nearly $5 Million Granted to Support Organic Research Led by UC Davis
…seedling growth, nutritional quality, and pest management in organic tomato farming. Two Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) projects have also each received nearly $2 million in awards. One…
USDA Makes $3 Billion in Climate-Smart Investments Available to Producers
…conservation tillage, wetland restoration, prescribed grazing, nutrient management, tree planting, and more. The application period for fiscal year 2024 conservation assistance is now open. NRCS is expanding Climate-Smart Agricultural and…
Grant Applications for Proactive IPM Solutions Program Due October 11
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is currently accepting grant applications for its Proactive Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Solutions Program. Administered by CDFA’s Office of Pesticide Consultation and…