Crop Production

Ubees’ move to become top pollination services provider boosted

With growth capital secured, the company is focusing on becoming a leading pollination services provider by expanding into new crops and territories and using IoT tech for the best data. more »

USDA announces $16.6 million for disadvantaged and veteran farmers

Previous farm bills have expanded funding and assistance, and the 2501 Program helps socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers that experience barriers to service. more »

AFT shares Soil Health Economic Calculator with customized almond version

California's water struggles make this version especially timely, which will estimate the economic effects of almond-specific soil health practices like nutrient management, cover crops, mulching and compost. more »

Pecan leaf samples’ instructions shared for Oklahoma

July is the time for Oklahoma pecan growers to take leaf samples, and the Extension office has very specific and helpful instructions for how to do this. more »

GrubMarket acquires Pacific Farm Management to grow ag services

GrubMarket is adding Pacific Farm Management experts in safety compliance, human resources, finances, labor and more. more »

The Bee Corp’s pollination standard confirmed in peer-reviewed study

A goal of standardizing bee data is key for improved technology to help protect these valuable pollinators. more »

Managed honeybee colonies drop in second-highest loss rate

Despite beekeepers' best management practices regarding colony health, researchers are seeing little progress in the reduction of colony loss. more »

Making the most of pecans in the Southeast

Nut drop tells growers important things about tree stress, and the two phases of nut production have very different requirements. more »