– SPONSORED CONTENT – Addressing the Elephant Pest in the Room Maybe We’ve Been Using Pesticides Incorrectly… Wait — Before you reach for your torch and pitchfork, hear us out! The first thing we want to address is that we said reconsider, not to be confused with eliminate completely. We fully recognize that pesticides have become a necessary tool for most commercial-scale farmers and …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today a $15 million investment to help support the adoption of innovative conservation approaches on agricultural lands. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting proposals through June 29, 2020, for national Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG). CIG projects inspire creative problem-solving solutions that boost production on farms, ranches and private forests and improve …
Researchers and growers are tackling the formidable tree nut pest Navel Orangeworm from all fronts. One method underway is in utilizing the same sterile insect technology and facility that eradicated pink bollworm from the cotton industry years ago. There have been some challenges in adapting the system for Navel Orangeworm, as shared by Bob Klein from the Pistachio Research Board; …
California Farm Service Agency Stands Ready to Assist Agricultural Producers Slammed by Recent Heavy Rains California Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers across the state of federal farm program benefits that may be available to help eligible producers recover from recent heavy rains and flooding. FSA offers disaster assistance and low-interest loan programs to assist agricultural producers in …
