…Association, and Western Growers were among the signatories of the letter. Altogether, more than 20 California-based organizations were among those encouraging action from Congress. The organizations point out that the…
NCGA Launches Search for Next CEO
The National Corn Growers Association Board of Directors has hired Hedlin Ag Enterprises of Ankeny, Iowa, to assist with the search for a new CEO. Current NCGA CEO Jon Doggett…
Almond Update: Educational Sessions at TAC to Highlight Important Industry Topics
Educational sessions at The Almond Conference (TAC) will focus on a range of issues that are impacting growers. TAC will be taking place in Sacramento, December 6-8 at the SAFE…
MSOB: Biological Sector Growing as Science Advances
…sale of innovative biological products for crop protection, crop health and crop nutrition. Marrone Bio’s portfolio of 18 products helps a wide range of growers – from row crops and…
Almond Matters: Protecting Against Overwintering Pests
…problems for growers when temperatures warm back up. For scale in particular, Burkdoll said there is not much activity in the wintertime. However, the pest presents considerable risks for growers…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-16-22
…programs to help growers protect orchards from overwintering pest, and fresh produce growers who are experiencing labor shortages say the issues could result in higher food prices. Tune in to…
Agronomic Minute: Prepping Almond Orchards for Winter
California growers are working to get their almond orchards ready for dormancy. Second-generation almond grower Christine Gemperle said there is a lot to do in the fall in preparing for…
Cotton Trust Protocol Second Annual Report
…in water use efficiency; a 25% reduction in energy use; a 21% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions; a 78% reduction in soil loss, and positive Soil Conservation Index for 70% of growers….
Almond Update: Fertigation and Irrigation Sessions at Almond Conference
…December 7 at 2:45 p.m. Saa noted that attendees will have the opportunity to “learn how sensing technologies and irrigation evaluations can benefit growers in getting the most out of…
Almond Matters: Managing Weeds with Preemergent Program
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, implementing a strong preemergent program now will help growers to better manage weed issues later in the season. Field Market Development…
Plant Based Products Council Announces First Annual Industry Conference
…supported by appropriate end-of-life infrastructure. Members of the organization include ADM, Cargill, and the National Corn Growers Association. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land of Ours program here. Sabrina Halvorson…
Agronomic Minute: ‘Wild Ride’ for Grape Growers in 2022
California grape growers faced a variety of challenges in 2022. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver described the year as being a “wild ride” for agriculture. A…
Almond Update: Grower Breakfast to Highlight Topics to Increase ROI
A special grower breakfast will be hosted at the 2022 Almond Conference, with content focused on helping growers improve their return on investment (ROI). The special session will go over…
VofV: The Produce Moms’ Lori Taylor on Educating Consumers About Food and Farming
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. Find…