UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Rice Crop Advisor, Whitney Brim-DeForest shared recent findings on materials that are proving to be effective in killing a swath of weeds, including broadleaves, sedges, and …
Commodity Groups Object to Petition Related to Duties on Herbicides
Six major commodity groups oppose Corteva Agribusiness’s petition for antidumping and countervailing duties on 2,4-D imports from India and China. The organizations argue that such duties could restrict farmers’ access …
EPA Announces Herbicide Strategy Revisions
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled updates to its Herbicide Strategy, aiming to strike a balance between helping farmers and safeguarding endangered species. This strategy, part of the …
Almond Matters: Early Planning Crucial with Another Wet Winter Forecasted
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., the potential for another wet winter emphasizes the importance of early planning. Last year’s unusual weather, marked by excessive rainfall, …
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Weeds with Preemergents
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are getting going with preemergents ahead of the rainy season. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, Todd Burkdoll …
Chickweed Herbicide Resistance Confirmed in Small Grains
Researchers have confirmed common chickweed herbicide resistance with a certain class of herbicide materials. Agronomy and Nutrient Management Farm Advisor Nick Clark said the conclusion was reached after multiple studies …
Almond Matters: Prepping for Next Season with Winter Programs
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, as the calendar year comes to a close, growers are working to finish up their winter programs. A lot of herbicide …
Almond Matters: Fleabane and Marestail Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, fleabane and marestail are likely to be germinating in orchards after the recent rains. Growers that were able to get a …
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 …
Mixed Results for Ongoing Roundup Litigation
Multiple court decisions have been issued over the past two weeks as part of the ongoing Roundup litigation. A jury in Oregon awarded Bayer AG its fourth-consecutive victory related to …
Almond Matters: Recent Rains Help to Activate Residual Herbicides
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the recent storm systems have provided an opportunity to get the most efficacy out of residual herbicides. Most areas of California …
Almond Matters: Addressing Marestail and Fleabane in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers will likely have made their applications to get in front of marestail and fleabane at this point in the season. …
Almond Matters: Staying Ahead of Problems with Preemergence Programs
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the winter months means it is time for growers to get going with preemergence programs. Early control of winter annual weeds …
Almond Update: Understanding Herbicide Resistance in Orchards
Growers dealing with weed pressures can often encounter varying levels of herbicide resistance. Senior Specialist in Pest Management at the Almond Board of California, Drew Wolter explained that resistance is …
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