…various options available to growers to help navigate the issues created by the new climate reality. The information to be presented was specifically selected with an emphasis on the feasibility…
The Almond Conference Hits Record Highs
…at Cal Expo in Sacramento, achieved all-time highs for attendance and number of exhibitors. A record 3,913 almond growers and processors, researchers, allied stakeholders and other industry members gathered on…
Confronting the Challenges of the Organic Sector
…Grower Summit, which was recently held in Monterey, serve as an important starting point for conversations to better confront the challenges growers encounter. “These opportunities to get together, meet other…
Ag Commissioner Reporting Requirements for Pesticide Exposure
…among growers as to how pesticide cases are processed. President of the California Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers Association, Tim Pelican explains that there are several factors which impact how exposure…
Farm System Reform Act Looks to Overhaul Animal Agriculture
…products as a “Product of USA.” Some of the supporters of the Farm System Reform Act thus far include the Contract Poultry Growers Association of the Virginias, Family Dairy Farms…
Groups Respond to Passage of USMCA
…and send it to the President’s desk.” Source: National Cattlemen’s Beef Association U.S. Wheat Industry Praises House of Representatives for Advancing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USW-NAWG) — U.S wheat growers are…
USMCA Vote Moves Deal Closer to Ratification
…deal early in the new year,” said Ben Scholz, President of the National Association of Wheat Growers. USMCA is projected to increase American agricultural exports by $2 billion, which is…
Proceeding with Caution in Hemp Industry
Hemp production presents a lot of potential for California growers, but there are still several challenges facing the hemp industry. The California State Board of Food and Agriculture (Board) recently…
Almond Matters: Reviewing the 2019 Season and Prepping for 2020
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the 2019 season created some challenges for California growers early on with wet and cold weather in spring. Once the abnormal…
Farm Equipment Industry Adapting to Grower Needs
https://www.facebook.com/AgNetWest/videos/2484909615088885/ As the organic industry continues to grow, the farm equipment industry is also beginning to adjust to meet the specific needs of organic growers. Making specific considerations for the…
Proactive IPM Projects Tackle Weevils, Leafminers, Midges
…if flight is a way the weevils can travel. Another project receiving almost $500,000 will look at a tomato leafminer called Tuta absoluta. The pest is widespread throughout Europe, Africa, western…
Almond Update: Solid State of the Industry, Call to Action Moving Forward
…back and said ‘this doesn’t work for us.’” Strong relationships within the almond industry also help growers continue to move towards the Almond Orchard 2025 Goals. King noted an ambitious…
Farm Bureau: Farmers Need Meaningful Ag Labor Reform
…the Senate where we hope legislation is crafted that provides long-term solutions to the farm labor crisis. Farmers need meaningful reform that addresses the concerns of both workers and growers.”…
Understanding Soil Biology Critical for Farming Systems
…approach can provide multiple levels of benefit. Understanding the needs of the soil ecosystem can reduce the amount of wasted input growers are applying to fields and increase the efficiency…