…construction of water projects. Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia described the plan as “bold and comprehensive,” highlighting the dire situation farmers are facing due to water insecurity. “The…
AgTechX Food Safety Technology Event at Reedley College August 18
A food safety technology event is coming up next week in Reedley. Hosted by Western Growers, the Center for Produce Safety, and the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture,…
Almond Update: ABC Board of Directors Begins Its New Term
…Waycott. “Then we have two new alternates. We have Kelli Evans from Blue Diamond Growers who’s representing them, and then Katie Staack from Grizzly Nut who’s representing her company and…
Inflation Reduction Act Includes $4 Billion for Drought Relief
…such as citrus and melons,” Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia said in a press release. “Not only does the Colorado River supply the water and power needs of…
MSOB: Using Parasitoid Wasps to Combat Spotted Wing Drosophila
…devastating pest for several crops including strawberries, cherries, grapes, and peaches. Walton noted that even with certain management techniques, growers can still be looking at a farmgate value loss of…
VofV: Grimmway Farms’ Jeff Morrison on Using Business Acumen to Direct Agtech Investments
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…
Early Season Freeze Causes $30 Million in Damage for California Olives
…potential of Congress providing additional funding support for disaster assistance, which could help growers mitigate losses from freeze damage. “Our growers are really going to be feeling the impact with…
Keeping A Close Eye on Crops After Unseasonal Rainfall
…rot issues or degradation of fruit quality in their vineyards. “For most growers, at this point in the season, mildew is no longer a concern, but rather now our focus…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 08-08-22
…vineyards and the new fungicide option that’s available to vegetable growers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
…to protect American poultry growers from abuses and enhance competitiveness in U.S. livestock and poultry markets. Information is included in the webinar to instruct anyone who wishes to comment but…
Sugar Growers Discuss Farm Bill Priorities
…Washington representative for the Rio Grande Valley Sugar Growers. He highlights the economic importance of this critical industry. “America’s sugar industry supports family farms, good jobs, and communities across the…
Almond Update: Less Than a Month Left to Apply for Seeds for Bees
Producers have just about a month left to submit an application for the Seeds for Bees program. Cover crop seeds are distributed to growers to help provide additional habitat for…
Standard of Identity for Olive Oil Would Be ‘Significant Advancement’
…Oil Producers Association (AOOPA), North American Olive Oil Association, and Deoleo, the world’s largest producer. A mandatory standard would provide a more even playing field for growers, producers, and bottlers…
MSOB: Determining Where Biologicals Fit in IPM Program
…Johnson said that their BioUnite program can help growers navigate some of the uncertainty when it comes to combining biological products with synthetic chemistries. “The question arises, ‘well which synthetics…