…end drought coverage, D3 and D4, concentrated primarily in the western U.S. In terms of translating this to agricultural crops and commodities covered in drought across the contiguous 48 states,…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-12-25
…updates, weather events, the California hay sector, and a new GMO strawberry consortium. The Almond Board of California reminded growers to report crop damage to local county Ag Commissioners for…
Introduction of the Supporting Innovation in Agriculture Act
…the diverse domestic specialty crop industry by creating a new federal investment tax credit to accelerate the deployment of innovative farming technologies for specialty crop growers, according to the Association….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-11-25
…strong dairy margins due to low feed grain prices and stable milk prices. The conversation also touched on water management, with farmers in the western U.S. receiving 35% of their…
Agronomic Minute: Almond Growers Advised to Stay Vigilant Against Alternaria This Summer
…leaf wetness levels to help growers determine optimal timing for disease management actions. For more information on disease management and the new Axios fungicide, growers can visit UPL’s website at…
Deadline Extended for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
…food crops. Growers are encouraged to complete the survey as soon as possible—either online at agcounts.usda.gov or by mail. The online questionnaire is designed to be user-friendly, accessible on most…
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
…for this time of year. California growers anticipate an early bloom for the next citrus crop, possibly influenced by earlier stone fruit and almond blooms. Supply of Organic Mandarins from…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-07-25
…developments affecting the agricultural industry. They cover the challenges posed by California’s erratic weather on crop production, specifically almonds and raisins, and the rebranding of the Western Agricultural Processors Association…
Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation
…percent of America’s potash supply comes from Canada,” he noted. “It’s an irreplaceable component of modern agricultural production.” Kenneth Hartman, Jr., President of the National Corn Growers Association, pointed to…
Congress Urged to Support American Growers
Workers Picking Lettuce in Salinas valley California DepositPhotos image The International Fresh Produce Association is urging Congress to support American growers through bipartisan action to enhance food security and maintain…
Agronomic Minute: Managing Shot Hole and Scab in Almond Orchards This Season
…best timing for application is two to five weeks post-petal fall, though growers can begin at petal fall if needed.” As California approaches petal fall, growers should prioritize scouting and…
Consuming Grapes Daily Can Improve Muscle Health
DepositPhotos image A study from Western New England University found that consuming grapes daily can improve muscle health by altering muscle gene expression, particularly in females, leading to similar metabolic…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-27-25
…for almond growers. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes…
Voices of the Valley: Agritourism – From Goat Yoga to Pumpkin Patches
…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. Find out…