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Almond Leadership Program

Almond Update: Soil Health Case Study Details Value of Cover Cropping

Brian German August 25, 2022Almond Update, News from our Sponsors

A new soil health case study from the Almond Board of California (ABC) highlights the value and benefits of cover cropping. The study details the cover crop practices implemented by …

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COVER Act Seeks to Further Incentivize Cover Crop Implementation

Brian German August 4, 2022Agri-Business, Conservation, Legislative

The Conservation Opportunity and Voluntary Environment Resilience (COVER) Program Act aims to help increase the use of cover crops. Introduced in the U.S. House by Representatives Cindy Axne and Sean …

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conservationcover cropscrop insurance

Benefits of Implementing a Cover Crop System in Tree Nuts

Brian German March 14, 2022Industry, Nuts & Grapes

It has taken some time for tree nut growers to become more receptive to implementing a cover crop system in their orchards. The practice has been shown to provide a …

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Cover Crop Initiative Deadline Extended Through March 10

Brian German March 7, 2022Environment, Industry, USDA

Producers still have an opportunity to sign up for a special cover crop initiative that is being offered through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s …

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cover cropsEnvironmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP​)Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
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Cover Crops Demonstrating Success in Combatting Morning Glory

Brian German January 28, 2022Industry, Soil, Tomatoes

Morning glory can be a problematic weed for many growers, with it being a significant issue in the San Joaquin Valley. Seeds can remain viable in the soil for long …

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cover cropsweed control
Almond Leadership Program

Almond Update: New Cover Crop BMPs Available for Growers

Brian German August 26, 2021Almond Update, News from our Sponsors

A new resource has been made available for growers, focused on the use of cover crops in almond orchards. The new Best Management Practices (BMPs) guide provides a thorough look …

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New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers

Brian German June 8, 2021Agri-Business, Industry

A new cover crop program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture offers a premium benefit for producers covered by most crop insurance policies. The Pandemic Cover Crop Program (PCCP) is …

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The Western View: Cap and Trade Your Cover Crop?

Brian German February 9, 2021Western View

The winds of change certainly have blown strong from Washington, and they are at gale force in the farming industry. President Biden eliminated the Covid relief funding which benefited some …

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farmers

NRCS Outlines Conservation Priorities for California

Brian German January 12, 2021Agri-Business, USDA

Several conservation priorities have been outlined for accelerated funding in California. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California announced ten key areas to focus on. …

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Almond Leadership Program

Almond Update: Cover Crop Impresses Grower, Increases Water Retention

Brian German October 1, 2020Almond Update

Research results continue to back up the idea of using cover crops in orchards around the state. The plants can add nitrogen to the soil, promote beneficial insects, Increase pollinator …

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Curious Trend in Cover Cropping in California

Brian German March 2, 2020Industry

It appears that the level of adoption for cover cropping in California is significantly lagging behind the rest of the country.  While there are a number of different factors that …

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Cover Cropping in Almond Orchards Shows Promise

Brian German February 14, 2020Industry, Nuts & Grapes

Researchers have been evaluating cover cropping in commercial almond orchards for the last three years, with interesting results.  While there are still several questions about the practice that will need …

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‘Windows of Opportunity’ for Summer Cover Crops

Taylor Hillman September 25, 2019AgNeTVideo, USDA

The Natural Resources Conservation Service of California held another cover crop field day to show producers that summer cover crops are possible. NRCS says the practice reduces soil erosion, increases …

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USDA Adds Flexibility for Cover Crop Management in Crop Year 2020

Dan June 28, 2019Economy, Industry News Release, Soil, USDA

WASHINGTON DC (USDA/FSA) – The 2018 Farm Bill mandated changes to the treatment of cover crops for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs, which add more flexibility to when cover crops …

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