…28 industry associations, including California Citrus Mutual, American Farm Bureau Federation, and Western Growers, also sent a letter detailing concerns about the pandemic aid through CFAP. The coalition of industry…
Dairy Quota Saga Getting Closer to Final Outcome
…was used to put it in place. So, he recommended the Secretary deny the referendum,” said Annie AcMoody, Economist for Western United Dairies. “At this point she has not said…
Soil Health Case Studies Provide Growers with Valuable Insight
…collaborators have been able to provide detailed information about how various conservation practices can add value to farming systems. The two-page studies have been developed to assist growers make informed…
CLas-Positive ACP Discovered in Riverside Commercial Grove
…the HLB quarantine zone will not be established as a result of the CLas-positive ACP detection. While treatment is not mandatory as a result of the detection, all growers within…
New Winery Wastewater Regulations: ‘Untenable for Small Wineries’
…for us is, the process they’ve proposed for monitoring wastewater discharge is simply unreasonable for wineries,” said Kim Stemler, Executive Director of the Monterey County Vintners and Growers Association. “It…
Almond Update: Watch Five Tips to Reduce Dust from Sweeper Equipment
As AgNet West reported last week, dust reduction research has led to incentive programs to replace equipment and continuing trials in off-ground harvesting. But what can growers do right now…
More People at Home Has Meant More Farming Complaints
…to submit it to [the Department of Pesticide Regulation] in a timely manner,” Martin explained. There are measures that can reduce the number of farming complaints being made. Growers can…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-05-20
…water projects across the state, and soil health case studies that provide growers with valuable insight. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle…
AB 2959 Raises Concern for Industry Members and Air Quality Specialists
…Several industry groups have indicated they would be working to oppose the bill, including the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF), Western United Dairies, and the California Cattlemen’s Association. While industry…
Making Sense of Biologicals: Biologicals Not Just For An Organic IPM Program
…Taylor Hillman again for another episode of the Making Sense of Biologicals program. The two talk about the myth that biologicals only belong in organic operations and tips for growers to begin…
Last Chance to Submit Comments on Waste Discharge Requirements for Wineries
…about 2,070. Executive Director of the Monterey County Vintners and Growers Association, Kim Stemler explained how the proposed order will affect wine operations. Listen to the radio report below. Last…
California Cotton Outlook: “We’re Holding Out Hope”
…Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) to provide some relief to growers. “We’re holding out hope. We think we made a good case for pima. It certainly met the criteria, there…
Former Goat Herder’s Crop Research Promotes Prosperity for Imperial Valley Farmers
…provides growers with information that can lower the risk of trying something new. Rhodes grass Rhodes grass, giant king grass, quinoa and teff are among the crops Bachie has been…
Farmers to Families Food Box Program Reaches 50 Million Boxes Delivered
…Dave Prather, general manager at Western Montana Growers Cooperative: “The USDA Farmers to Families Program provides an excellent opportunity for local farmers to sell products that might otherwise go to…