California

Climate change to drive surge in insects that attack almonds, walnuts

As a result of climate change, the Golden State’s farms are expected to face a surge in agricultural pests, which are a threat to California’s specialty crops industry. Populations of three maj... more »

CDFA awards CAPCA $1 million SPM grant

CAPCA was awarded a $1 million grant by the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) focusing on sustainable pest management (SPM) in the field. The official title of the grant is Ass... more »

California Walnut Objective Measurement Report releases update on walnut production forecast

The 2023 California walnut production forecast released on Sep. 1, 2023 was revised on Oct. 4, 2023. The update reflects additional acreage removal information, according to the USDA National Agricult... more »

Coalition opposes California water rights rules

As California experiences wild swings in climate from drought to floods, critics of the state’s water rights system seek to overhaul rules that date back to California’s founding in 1850. Three... more »

CDFA opens applications for Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grant Program

The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis (OPCA) is now accepting grant applications for its Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Grant Pro... more »

CDFA offers two pilot block grant programs

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced the availability of grant funding for two pilot block grant programs under the Healthy Soils Program and the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program. more »

CDFAgriculture awards $1.1 million to support integrated pest management

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has awarded $1.1 million in funding to support two integrated pest management technical assistance (TA) projects. The projects will help grower... more »

CDFA offers list of resources to help deal with flooding impacts

The March 2023 heavy rain has impacted many California growers. To assist the agriculture industry the California Department of Food and Agriculture developed a website page that provides a listing of... more »

California approves use of AgBiome’s Theia fungicide

California regulators recently approved AgBiome Inc.’s Theia fungicide use in the state. This fungicide can be used throughout the U.S. to treat numerous plant diseases in fruit, vegetable and tree ... more »

Massive storm, flooding in northern California impact crops

A weekend storm flooded northern California, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate their farms, homes and businesses. The storm caused massive damage and may put many growers and farmworkers out of business, according to reports. more »