HLB products and cures are popping up left and right and it can be challenging for growers to decipher what’s credible. HLB Products Bombarding Growers Mike Irey is with Southern…
Almond Board: Pollination Plan
Almond growers are starting to think about their pollination plan for next year. Senior Specialist, Agricultural and Environmental Affairs for the Almond Board of Califonria Danielle Veenstra tells us some…
Appropriations Bill Falls Short for Farmers While Tax Bill Offers Hope
The National Corn Growers Association today expressed concern over some key provisions left out of the FY 2016 Omnibus Appropriations Bill as posted last night. While the association applauds Congress…
The Western View: Red Combines
…art. The Western View: Red Combines This new book chronicles the history of one of the most important mechanical devices ever invented. The book is about combine harvesters built by…
Freezing Temperatures not Bad for Valley Citrus
…the season. In some cases, growers used wind machines in the early morning hours to keep the fruit dry and prevent delays in harvest. Typically, growers will also run water…
Marmorated Stink Bug: Just a Matter of Time
…State University professor David Headrick says its reputation in other states should concern fruit growers in California. UC Integrated Pest Management (IPM): BMSB Damage Brown marmorated stink bugs primarily damage…
California Leads Nation in Horticultural Sales
…meet the needs of growers, industry leaders, and policymakers,” said Chairman of the Agricultural Statistics Board Mark Harris. “We added 60 new items to the questionnaire to provide the most…
American Pistachio Growers Visit China
…about the trip and other issues in the pistachio industry. Listen to the full American Pistachios interview with Judy Hirigoyen From the American Pistachio Growers Website: American Pistachio Growers and…
Drone Registration Rules Announced
…however, the registration fee will be waived for the first 30 days. With the potential benefits that drones have for farmers, National Corn Growers Association President Chip Bowling urged drone…
Commodity Classic, Successful Farming Team Up to Offer New AG CONNECT Main Stage at 2016 Event
…largest farmer-led, farmer-focused convention and trade show, produced by the National Corn Growers Association, American Soybean Association, National Association of Wheat Growers, National Sorghum Producers and the Association of Equipment…
UC Davis Cracks the Walnut Genome
…form of fatty acids, and can be part of a heart-healthy diet by lowering low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, cholesterol levels in blood. Growers are also striving to produce nuts more…
DuPont and Dow to Combine in Merger of Equals
…exceptional growth opportunities in the near-, mid- and long-term. The complementary offerings of the two companies will provide growers across geographies with a broad portfolio of solutions and greater choice….
Weather Can Predict Leaffooted Bug Pressure
Courtesy: UCANR Almond growers can use the degree of cold winter weather as a prediction for leaffooted bug pressure into next season. Weather Can Predict Pressure Cooperative Extension Integrated Pest…
U.S. Cotton Sector Facing Difficult Economic Conditions
…state chairman, American Cotton Producers, Marianna, Ark.; Shawn Holladay, an NCC director from Lubbock, Texas; Kent Wannamaker, president, Southern Cotton Growers, Saint Matthews, S.C.; Cannon Michael, a NCC director from…