…pickup to do so. Western Agricultural Processors Association CEO Roger Isom talked with us back in 2016 about the attractiveness of ag products, especially nuts, for this style of theft….
Growing Climate Solutions Act Promotes Farmer Engagement with Carbon Market
…Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), National Farmers Union (NFU), National Milk Producers, and the National Corn Growers Association have leveed their support for the legislation and the benefits that can be…
CSP Explained: Building Upon Existing Conservation Plans
…that many growers have already embraced many conservation approaches such as implementing integrated pest management techniques, adopting nitrogen management guidelines, and addressing air quality concerns. NRCS is available to facilitate…
CSP Explained: Organic Stewardship Mirrors Program Goals
Many aspects of organic stewardship represent the core focus of the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Organic growers may find that because of some…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 06-05-20
…for NRCS’ Conservation Stewardship Program, also why leaders are warning nut growers to be vigilant of “fictitious pickups” and hear how COVID has created some challenges when it comes to…
Fictitious Pickups Strike Again for California Nut Crops
Fake drivers have made off with loads of almonds in the past two weeks, and leaders are warning operations to be vigilant. The Western Agricultural Processors Association is reporting that…
Water Board Seeks to Fund 26 New Personnel Through Increased Fees
…26 new people that were not in the January budget,” said Roger Isom, President and CEO of Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA). “What’s worse, is they said, ‘don’t worry, we’re…
Almond Update: Stacked Weed Resistance, Reimagining Tools for Better Management
…Brad Hanson said growers should be looking and multiple ways to control their weed problems and always be thinking about using current tools more efficiently. Listen to Hanson’s full interview. Almond…
Almond Matters: Controlling Mites with Early Grower Action
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, controlling mites in orchards is going to require good monitoring and early action on behalf of growers. Left unchecked, mite populations…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-03-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of growers getting a handle on mite…
CAWG Foundation Awards $30,000 in Student Scholarships
The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) Foundation has awarded $30,000 in college scholarships to six students. The scholarships are awarded annually to students whose parent or legal guardian is…
Hass Avocado Access in China ‘A Long Time Coming’
…and what kind of benefits we’ll receive from that market.” While it is a victory for Hass avocado growers, there are still some challenges that will need to be addressed…
Working Together: Relieving Pressure on Increasing Complexity of Research
…tools for growers; quality research is needed now more than ever with the complexity of the research issues. Listen to Grant’s full interview. Working Together: Relieving Pressure on Increasing Complexity…
The Western View: Chinese Food Imports Are Risky Business
…obvious we need strong standards and strong County of Origin labeling, and we need them on all food products, not just meat. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View…