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FFAR, Almond Board fund $4.99M navel orangeworm project
FFAR and the Almond Board of California are providing $4.99 million to advance Flyttr’s biological control for navel orangeworm affecting California almonds and pistachios.
California Farmland Trust reaches 90th conservation project, protecting more than 20,000 acres
California Farmland Trust completed its 90th conservation project, permanently protecting more than 20,000 acres of irrigated farmland.
DRP releases final findings on fumigant alternatives study
California released the final report in a state-funded study finding no direct replacement for methyl bromide or MITC fumigants.
Fresno County seeks reports of heat damage to pistachio crops
Fresno County is asking pistachio growers to report crop damage from recent spring heat to support agricultural disaster assessments.
UC Davis, Pistachio Research Board seek grower input on climate impacts to fruit set
UC Davis and the California Pistachio Research Board are asking growers to report bloom and fruit set conditions following unusual weather.
Water planning for a different future in California orchards
California nut growers are adapting to SGMA groundwater regulations that affect water access, farm planning and profitability. See what this means for growers.
MSU experts highlight cover crop strategies for regenerative orchards and vineyards
MSU Extension experts discuss cover crop strategies that help orchard and vineyard growers improve soil health and support regenerative farms.
Western Growers invests $1.5M in Reservoir Farms partnership to support robotics trials
Western Growers will invest $1.5 million in Reservoir Farms over three years to expand AgTech robotics trials and startup residencies. Learn more and explore the partnership.
Great Lakes Tek Flex highlights robotics, precision ag tech for specialty crop growers
Great Lakes Tek Flex will showcase robotics, drones and precision ag technology for specialty crop growers Sept. 10-11 in Michigan.
USDA funds $9M orchard removal program amid California peach industry crisis
USDA will provide up to $9M to remove over 400K clingstone peach trees in California, giving growers opportunity to grow a different commodity.
Michigan State Extension to host chestnut grower meetings through September
MSU Extension will host seven online meetings for chestnut growers from May to September covering pest, crop and management. Learn more about the discussion topics.
New ‘Golding’ pecan variety offers scab resistance
UGA pecan breeder Patrick Conner said ‘Golding’ offers quality, yield potential and scab resistance for growers using fungicides. Learn more about this new pecan variety.
146 Georgia counties now designated for drought aid
USDA added 20 Georgia counties to its drought disaster declaration, bringing the statewide total to 146 eligible counties. See the list of new counties added and contingent counties in the area.