…growers are unlikely to be treating for the disease after the recent rain events. However, Alternaria could be a significant concern for growers in the coming weeks. “As the days…
No Surprises in Grape Crush, But Report Highlights Future Considerations
…said Jeff Bitter, President of Allied Grape Growers. The 2021 crush totaled 3,877,584 tons, which was the approximate expectation detailed in the preliminary crush report. “At least when it was…
Week in Review: Shipping Costs and Carrier Consolidation & New Fertilizer Grant Program
…nut growers to become more receptive to implementing a cover crop system in their orchards. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be supporting domestic fertilizer production this summer through…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Providing Unique Industry Insight
…and provide a peer-to-peer perspective on issues affecting almond production. “Growers still go to coffee shops and local diners and a lot of their information that they consume is from…
Industry Collaboration Helps End Surveillance Sampling of Leafy Greens
…from FDA as “impactful.” Collaborative efforts on behalf of the industry were the lynchpin in showing the FDA that broad sampling was not necessary. “Our discussions between Western Growers, CDFA,…
VofV: Navigating Climate Change – A Guide on How to Use Technology to Foster Climate-Resilient Agriculture
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 03-15-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers tips for growers from this year’s BeSure! campaign, components of an avocado irrigation…
Agronomic Minute: Disease Protection in Pistachios
With bloom around the corner, pistachio growers have disease protection in mind. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith said that one of the most substantial diseases growers can encounter is…
Benefits of Implementing a Cover Crop System in Tree Nuts
…Courtesy: Cary Crum Growers have been somewhat hesitant to adopt cover cropping for a variety of reasons. Water use and maintenance have been concerns for growers, along with potential impacts…
Week in Review: Forecasting Fertilizer Prices & Momentum Grows for Right to Repair
…said it’s important the perspective of growers be represented in the evaluation of the projects. The House Agriculture Committee held a hearing this week to review the farm bill and…
Almond Update: Irrigation Maintenance the Focus of Next Training Tuesday
…routine testing. Devol said that it is a good idea for growers to have a test done every three years. Participants in the Training Tuesday will also hear from Devol,…
Almond Matters: Disease Concerns After Recent Rains
…last week also created some issues for growers. Burkdoll explained that a lot of areas were severely hurt by the freezes and growers will be waiting to see the extent…
VofV: Are Farm Robots Making a Dent in the Agriculture Labor Gap?
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AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 03-09-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ensuring growers’ safety is considered in the pesticide notification pilot projects, almond bloom…