USDA To Offer Grants To Meet Water Challenges Posted by Rosemary Gordon|February 25, 2014 The National Institute of Food and Agriculture will make $6 million in grants available this year.Read More
USDA Deputy Secretary Krysta To Host Google+ Hangout On Changing Face Of Agriculture Posted by Christina Herrick|February 20, 2014 Participate in the discussion by using the hashtag #NewFarmers.
February Forecast: Limited Water Supply In Westernmost States Posted by David Eddy|February 14, 2014 While dry in the far west states, the report predicts a near normal water supply for most areas east of the Continental Divide.
Obama Announces Assistance To Drought-Stricken Californians Posted by David Eddy|February 14, 2014 USDA will provide up to $100 million in livestock disaster assistance, additional $10 million for water conservation.
2 Ways Growers Can Adapt In An Improving Economy By Michael D. Minton | Laura Minton Young|February 13, 2014 Follow these tips to sustain your profit margin as commerce starts to rev up.
Climate Study Projects Major Changes In Plant Growth Habits Posted by Lauren María Alexander|February 13, 2014 Certain native species may no longer grow well in their climate, study predicts.
Live Coverage Of American Pistachio Industry Conference Posted by Christina Herrick|February 12, 2014 Western Fruit Grower editor will be tweeting from the pistachio industry gathering.
California Almond Growers To Vote On Marketing Order Posted by Christina Herrick|February 12, 2014 Vote to continue federal marketing order to take place through March 7.
Red Imported Fire Ants Feed On Tissue And Buds Of Almonds Posted by Christina Herrick|February 12, 2014 Stinging ants are easily confused with two native fire ant species in California.
New Tier IV Emissions-Compliant Tractors From Mahindra Posted by Rosemary Gordon|February 12, 2014 The eMax series sub-compact tractors are available in three configurations.
Study Says Labor Reform May Be Tied To An Increase In Food Prices Posted by Lauren María Alexander|February 12, 2014 Labor reform in Arizona may raise food prices and cut national food and fiber production.
New Equipment From Sitevi Trade Show Posted by Brian Sparks|February 11, 2014 At the SITEVI international exposition in France, numerous pieces of equipment were on display.
David Doll Joins GenNext Growers Advisory Council Posted by Christina Herrick|February 11, 2014 Orchard nut crop farm advisor brings expertise in rootstock, wood canker disease management, and soil fumigant alternatives.
President Obama Signs Farm Bill Into Law Posted by Lauren María Alexander|February 7, 2014 Bipartisan measure finally reaches the finish line.
An Unconventional Find: Walnut Scale In Almonds By Wesley K. Asai|February 6, 2014 Infection causes limb dieback in Monterey variety of almonds.
The 2014 Farm Bill: What Growers Need To Know Posted by Rosemary Gordon|February 4, 2014 The measure provides nearly $4 billion in funding for programs that benefit specialty crop production, including fresh produce.
USDA Launches Effort To Assist California Producers Affected By Drought Posted by David Eddy|February 4, 2014 $20 million available for agricultural conservation enhancements on key agricultural lands.
Practical Steps To Improving Sprayer Performance By Brian Sparks|February 4, 2014 Learn the steps you can take to make sure your sprayer is effective at hitting and covering your target with the right amount of material.
Preparation Pays In Succession Planning Process By Christina Herrick|February 1, 2014 Experts say the time is right for ensuring the viability of transferring your farm to the next generation.
The House Passes Farm Bill Posted by Christina Herrick|January 29, 2014 The Senate could bring up the Farm Bill conference report before the end of the week.