California growers dealing with flood damage from storms this year have assistance opportunities available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Funding support for farmers and ranchers is being made…
Last Chance to Sign Up for The Organic Transition Initiative From NRCS
…grant funding is available for certified organic and transitioning growers under EQIP. The transitioning period, lasting three years without prohibited inputs, poses challenges, and OTI seeks to aid producers in…
Almond Update: Nutrient Summit Presentations Now Available
…delivered a presentation on Soil Preparation and Nutrient Amendments. She highlighted several considerations for growers to keep in mind when planting new almond trees. “The big ones, I would say,…
California Chill Report: Tracking Chill Conditions for Dormex Applications
…CIMIS stations to monitor chill portions, to know when applications would be most beneficial. The calendar date should also be taken into account when considering chill conditions. For growers considering…
Almond Matters: Disease Mitigation with Rainy Bloom Period
…or so.” Along with disease mitigation, growers will also have pollination top of mind. Rainy and cold conditions are undesirable for the bloom, which could ultimately take a toll on…
California Grape Crush Shows Modest Increase in 2023
…California Association of Winegrape Growers urges stakeholders to review the report and notify USDA’s NASS office of any corrections by March 1, 2024. With an eight percent increase in winegrapes…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
Here is this week’s ‘Fungicide Resistance Management Minute’ brought to you by Corteva. We’re hearing from Daniel Abruzzini. Q: Daniel, what are some things that growers can be using now…
Week in Review: California Sued Over Climate Laws & New Tax Relief Bill Could Help Farmers
Growers have a new tool available to help guide decisions related to navel orangeworm management. A coalition of agriculture and business groups is suing California over recently enacted corporate climate…
EPA Updates Efforts to Address Endangered Species Act Parameters
…pesticide labels, offering growers additional compliance options. Looking ahead, the EPA also plans to introduce online mitigation measures to streamline pesticide label updates and explore offsetting mechanisms for situations where…
Almond Update: Preparing for Board of Directors Election Process
…declaration window opens. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said that right now, it is important for growers to ensure their information is up to date with their…
Fungicide Resistance Management Minute
…crops as well. Q: So, what kind of losses can growers see if they don’t protect their crops? A: You know, it’s hard to say. I mean, if left untreated…
New Herbicide Option for Rice Growers This Year
California rice growers have another option for weed management this year. Rice Farm Advisor Whitney Brim-Deforest said that the product is already used in rice production in other states. California…
Almond Matters: Bloom Preparation Amidst Series of Storms
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., bloom preparation is underway as growers contend with continued rainstorms. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 02-07-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes how weather could create significant disease issues for almond growers and more than…