Category: West
Water allocation cut for ag service contractors south-of-Delta
A dry, warm winter means south-of-Delta water allocations are being adjusted, and organizations are preparing for an anticipated reduction in supply.
Reservoir, groundwater levels significantly below average in California
The dry conditions continue and the snowpack is low. Water rights holders have been warned: prepare for potential shortages.
Innovative problem solving drives ag’s role in California, Ross says
With a worldwide agricultural reach, California’s innovative ways for tackling food safety, climate and water issues could echo around the globe.
Pistachio production costs outlined in UC ANR study
For new growers who are jumping in on the increasing demand of pistachio consumption to long-time farming veterans, these cost documents keep pistachio growers price informed.
Solar panels over canals can save money, energy and water, study shows
Moving water across the state is costly – in energy and evaporative loss. Covering canals can mean more water and more energy, along with reduced maintenance costs and cleaner air.
Annual Almond Alliance Convention to be held in Las Vegas on May 24-27
Almond Alliance of California is all in this year with its return to in-person networking and dynamic presentations during its 39th annual convention.
Tree nuts included in California registration for Harvanta, Verdepryn insecticides
Cyclapryn, the active ingredient in both insecticides, is another tool for broad spectrum control of chewing and sucking insects in high value crops.
Report on the 2012-2016 California drought released
One of the most severe droughts in the state’s history, the 2012-2016 water years in California disrupted the state and called for serious responsive action.
Cross-sector work group spurs California’s shift to safer pest management
Expanding integrated pest management, minimizing toxic pesticides, and educating and promoting collaboration while protecting public and environmental health are goals of the Sustainable Pest Management Work Group.
Weeds experts share guidance for growers, PCAs at TAC 2020
University of California Extension and Almond Board of California experts shed more light on monitoring, identifying and having a treatment action plan for weeds in orchards.
Navel orangeworm monitoring starts now in almond
Every season has a preventative step, and growers are now putting winter sanitation behind them and setting the traps to monitor.
Book: For over 70 years, California has led the nation in farm sales
High-value commodities, overcoming obstacles and the push into the future with mechanization. Learn about how California’s agriculturally rich history keeps the state on top in crop production.