…Sims. 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….
Almond Update: Mastering Orchard Spraying
…For many growers, this means varying droplet size near sensitive areas or waiting for wind speeds to settle before spraying. Regular calibration of equipment is also vital—knowing how many gallons…
NCGA Expressed Disappointment Over Year-Round E15 Access in Year-End Legislation
DepositPhotos image The National Corn Growers Association expressed disappointment over the lack of year-round E15 access in year-end legislation, which they believed would help farmers facing low crop prices. NCBA…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-27-24
…aims to support young women pursuing Western-affiliated degrees. Erin highlights last year’s inaugural scholarship winner, Caitlin Collins, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing and empowering women in the Western industry….
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…optimize chemical output and reduce costs for growers. The aircraft is fully automated, can be easily controlled from a laptop computer, and can fly and spray both during the day…
U.S. Wins USMCA Biotechnology Dispute with Mexico, Securing Market Access for GE Corn
…both the letter and the spirit of USMCA, undermining the agreement’s goal of promoting science-based and transparent trade practices. The decision is expected to provide relief to U.S. corn growers,…
California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports
…to expand distribution and increase sales of California walnuts in international markets. California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports The CWC, which represents more than 4,600 growers—mostly…
Supporting Women in Western Industries with $30,000 Scholarship
DepositPhotos image Durango Boots is making a impact on the Western community through its National Day of the Cowgirl Scholarship, but the deadline is just days away. The scholarship awards…
California Navel Orangeworm Program Looking For More Participation
…Trap monitoring is conducted year -round within all eight zones and daily aerial NOW SIT releases are typically conducted during the months of March to October. Growers that are interested…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
…example is the North Coast Growers Association, which received an Infrastructure Grant. With this funding, it will establish a local food distribution system in Northwestern California. This will include delivery…
Almond Update: Conference Session Highlights Post-Harvest IPM
…of California. The session focused on practical strategies to manage pests in almond stockpiles and processing facilities while maintaining product quality. “The better growers can do pest management in a…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…minimizing pests in storage facilities and ensuring phytosanitary requirements are met. The discussion also emphasizes the role of growers in managing pests in the field to reduce infestations in post-harvest…
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
…University and director of its Christmas Tree Genetics Program. With approximately 15,000 growers across the nation, Christmas trees are cultivated in every state, with key production areas in Michigan, Oregon,…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-17-24
…Halvorson interviews Justin Whitehill about the United States Christmas tree industry. They discuss the year-round efforts and dedication required by growers to produce Christmas trees, explaining the lengthy process from…