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2022 Oklahoma spring pecan CEU workshop slated for March 24

Taking place in Shawnee, the free, one-day workshop will include information on record keeping, pest management, spray calibration and more. more »

Regenerative farming brings animals into orchards

The 1,000 Farms Initiative, research led by Ecdysis Foundation, aims to quantify regenerative agriculture's potential impacts, with a goal of inspiring its methods nationally. more »

2022 water year looks dismal as snowpack melts

California's Department of Water Resources is suggesting the state plan for a third year of drought conditions, and water rights will again be a hot topic. more »

Diverters reminded to measure water use under law

Implementing penalties will help bring diverters into compliance, and bills have been introduced to help smaller diverters maintain their water rights and install proper equipment. more »

Hard freeze devastates valley tree crops

Growers are already seeing significant crop loss, but the effects of an unexpected late-February freeze in California won't be seen for another month or two, cancelling out a fantastic bloom season. more »

Pandemic Cover Crop Program ends March 15

The pandemic made it challenging for growers to maintain cover crop systems, and this program can help ensure that cover-cropped fields continue to be utilized. more »

USDA announces supplemental American Rescue Plan funding available through LAMP

The program will receive $130 million in supplemental funding to create better markets for local and regional food producers. more »