Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is expanding their sustainability efforts with support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The funding is being made available through USDA’s Partnership for Climate-Smart Commodities…
Nearly $2 Million Available for IPM Research and Outreach
…to both build a suite of effective alternatives to higher risk pesticides and expand the knowledge, technical assistance and practical resources for growers and urban pest managers to manage pests…
Week in Review: Quarantine Established for New Pest & Citrus Forecast Declines
…for growers. The Department of Water Resources recently announced the approval of additional groundwater sustainability plans. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the latest agricultural headlines in your inbox…
New Study Highlights Increased Production Costs for Processing Tomatoes
…up substantially from 2017, so too have the net returns above total costs. Growers in the Sacramento Valley could potentially earn a return of $529 per acre, a stark contrast…
Specialty Crop Legislation Introduced in U.S. House
…of House Members for recognizing the needs of specialty crop growers as we work to improve efficiencies and develop domestic markets for U.S.-grown produce and other specialty crops,” SCFBA Co-Chairs…
Luna UCR: ‘Already Adapted to a High-Density Planting Setting’
The new Luna UCR avocado variety developed at UC Riverside offers valuable attributes for growers. It is a “B” flower type so it can serve as a pollinizer for other…
Week in Review: DWR Issues More LandFlex Grants & Grower Group Seeks Almond Board Changes
…rely heavily on open communication. The Punjabi American Growers Group highlights several industry challenges which the group asserts could be remedied in some fashion by action taken by the Almond…
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Lauds Introduction of Legislation Addressing Industry Needs
…notes the legislation addresses critical industry concerns. The Growing Access to Environmental Sustainability (GATES) Act seeks to mitigate barriers that specialty crop growers encounter related to conservation programs. Adjusted gross…
Almond Update: ‘Connecting the Dots’ at This Year’s Almond Conference
…one that aims to primarily serve growers and handlers – they’re our target audience – over the years it has brought in more of a global audience. Especially those on…
Cotton Growers Asked to Complete Survey
There’s a request for information from cotton growers around the U.S. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cotton Incorporated is asking all U.S. cotton producers to take the…
Manure Recycling on the Farm
…are the most likely to purchase manure, typically from poultry growers. Among all animal manure types, poultry litter has the highest nutrient content, making it less costly to transport. Animal…
DWR Awards Nearly $17 Million in LandFlex Grants
…for their efforts. “The program was oversubscribed, and [growers’] active involvement showcases their determination to find immediate solutions rather than waiting until 2040 to achieve sustainability goals,” said Bettencourt. “By…
Punjabi American Growers Seek Almond Board Reform
In a letter sent to the Almond Board of California (ABC), the Punjabi American Growers Group (PAGG) highlights several industry concerns. The group points out almond growers’ struggles, which PAGG…
Week in Review: Solving Disaster Program Shortfalls & New Avocado Variety Available to Growers
While the federal government provides disaster assistance programs, their current structure and implementation can often fall short of meeting the urgent needs of farmers. UCR Professor of Extension in Subtropical…