Category: West
Ag robotics, mechanization and automation firms part of first cohort
Specialty crops have their sights set on mechanization, and the inaugural group of innovators selected by Western Growers is ready to tackle the mechanization goal.
Almond Board recently welcomes new field outreach specialist
Serving almond growers from Sacramento to Merced, Michael Roots will deliver resources and offer guidance for multiple Almond Board of California programs.
Iron deficiency of almond pinpointed
A prime culprit of interveinal chlorosis on new growth, a few strategies can correct iron deficiency.
USDA-NASS forecasts larger almond crop
Even as water continues to weigh on the industry, the National Agricultural Statistics Service predicts production at 3.2 billion pounds.
Several counties added to California drought emergency proclamation
Growers are receiving only 5% of their expected allocations, and the drought has put 41 counties under a state of emergency.
Pest control advisers in California set hybrid conference in 2021
Sponsorships are now open and the California Association of Pest Control Advisors is gearing up for Reno in October.
‘Practical’ on-farm climate strategies urged by California Farm Bureau
California farmers are willing to adapt as needed to climate change, already implement a lot of better practices, and want to be sure their voices are heard during the creation of new policy.
On Farm Readiness Reviews still available for certain size farms
Farms considered small or very small can receive an On Farm Readiness Review and help with their product safety rule documents.
Sixteen construction projects slated in California with water grants
The California Department of Water Resources is awarding funding support for six grants covering 16 projects to address the impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act.
November 2020: Another major autumn freeze in California walnuts
Even with warmer winters, sudden freeze events in the fall and winter can cause damage in trees that isn’t seen until later in the season.
California’s latest drought outlined in 4 charts
These graphs reveal comparisons from the last drought, the difference in Northern and Southern California, changes in northern streams and rivers, and changes in key hydrologic regions.
Online nitrogen management course set for crop advisors, general public
Growers, students and crop advisors alike can benefit from this seven-part video course.
Drones an added tool for thieves targeting farms, ranches
Drones are useful in agricultural applications, but like any good tech, it has a downside.
Former organic walnut firm director Moffitt nominated for federal post
Her beginnings in California walnut orchards with Dixon Ridge Farms laid the groundwork for a career in policy making and caring for the land and those who farm it.
California Underserved and Small Farm Producer Grant Program applications open
The window for applications is open for certain entities needing economic relief and includes an informative webinar on the grant program and process.