This week, we bring you the top agricultural headlines and highlights from the National Association of Farm Broadcasting Convention in a lively and insightful episode. Tune in for updates on the ag markets, weather trends, and the latest industry news.This week’s news highlights a 7% surge in U.S. food and agricultural sales to Mexico during the 20…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, CCA Christopher Hight discusses what effects nitrogen availability in organic ag and the importance of nitrogen mineralization. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website…

On this week's MyAgLife in Technology episode, Ecorobotix's Blake Farris discusses reducing plant protection product drift with precision sprayers and artificial intelligence. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. Ho…

On this week's MyAgLife in Walnuts episode, Empire Nut Company's Gary Thiara discusses the status of the 2024 walnut harvest, comparisons to last year's crop and current market demand. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their we…

On this week's MyAgLife in Citrus episode, UC Riverside's Fatemeh Kohdadadi discusses the perils of citrus trees being infected by both Phytophthora root rot and dry root rot and what can be done. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to vi…

In this week’s episode, we dive into post-election news impacting agriculture, as well as hear about international opportunities that led to the creation of 4-D Ag Fashion and 4-D Ag World, both serving dairy farmers and industry professionals in the United States. Top agricultural headlines this week include changes in the House and Senate Agricul…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, Kristin Platts reads an article on optimal timing and applications for potassium in tree nuts. For more, visit www.wcngg.com. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites.…

On today's episode, Western Agricultural Processor's Association President Roger Isom discusses the backlash toward California Dept. of Pesticide Regulation's 'Toxic Tour' participation and why this systemic messaging is problematic for the agriculture industry. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who ma…

On today's episode, UC Davis' Akif Eskalen describes how available biofungicide products can assist with disease management in grapevines. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites. HotSpot AG - https://hotspotag.com/crop…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Almonds, Almond Board of California details its latest market expansion strategy: bringing California almonds to Mexican bakeries. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites. HotSpot A…

Next week’s election could significantly affect the agricultural sector, and this week’s headlines will cover topics including the spending from political action committees (PACs) sponsored by farm organizations, agribusiness firms, and electric cooperatives. Additionally, we’ll explore why other nations are closely watching the United States in th…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, CCA JW Lemons discusses nutrient decision-making for citrus in winter and spring, which he will moderate a panel about at next week's South Valley Conference. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please f…

On this week's MyAgLife in Technology episode, Vicky Boyd hears from Verdant Robotics CEO Gabe Sibley on the Sharpshooter, which uses AI and machine learning to target chemical applications in row crops. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel fre…

On this week's MyAgLife in Walnuts episode, California Walnut Board and Commission's Josh Rahm provides a regulatory update regarding EPA's herbicide strategy and its draft insecticide strategy. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visi…

On this week's MyAgLife in Citrus episode, UCCE Subtropical Farm Advisor Ben Faber explains how mulching in citrus can lead to root asphyxiation during heavy rain events. For more high-level citrus conversations, swing by the South Valley Conference next week November 7th at the Tulare International Agri-Center. Supporting the People who Support Ag…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Almonds, UCCE's Mandeep Riar, speaker at the upcoming South Valley Conference, discusses her session on the challenge of silverleaf nightshade in orchard systems. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, Nutrien's Karl Wyant discusses choosing between chloride- or sulfate-based potassium sources. More information on potassium fertilizer differences here. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel fr…

In this week’s episode, we’ll dive into a weather update from the impact of drought conditions, particularly how the low water levels of the Mississippi River are disrupting commodity transportation in addition to bringing you the latest agriculture news and a market update. Some of this week’s ag headlines include what a recent nationwide tax surv…

Jason Scott discusses the top tree nut articles for the month of October, including topics on Carpophilus beetle, issues with Monterey almonds and a 10-year almond variety trial. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites.…

On today's episode, Albaugh's Greg Montez explains why spider mite populations are ballooning in some tree nut orchards in 2024. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites. HotSpot AG - https://hotspotag.com/crop-solutions…

On today's episode, Vicky Boyd hears from Rabobank's David Magaña on his five-year forecast for pistachios. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites. HotSpot AG - https://hotspotag.com/crop-solutions/ 2024 South Valley C…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Almonds, UCCE's Raymond Mireles, speaker at the upcoming South Valley Conference in Tulare, details his session on irrigation management considerations and best practices for newly established almond orchards. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible …

As harvest continues across the nation, farmers are already looking forward to opportunities for improvement in the coming year. In this week’s episode, we bring you important conversations and updates. Along with our weekly market insights and top agriculture news, we’ll cover weather trends and predictions as we head into the fall and winter mont…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, Kristin Platts reads about understanding vine nutrient status and why determining their nutrient needs are as important as fertilization itself. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to vi…

On this week's MyAgLife in Technology episode, Eco2Mix's Waldo Moraga discusses fully automating water pH control using carbonic acid as opposed to the industry standard sulfiric acid. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their we…

On this week's MyAgLife in Walnuts episode, California Walnut Commission's Josh Rahm provides a regulatory update regarding EPA's activity with vulnerable species. Tune in on the next MyAgLife in Walnuts episode for an update on EPA's herbicide strategy and draft insecticide strategy. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this …

On this week's MyAgLife in Citrus episode, UC Davis' Daniele Zaccaria explains concerns with evapotranspiration accuracy estimated with commonly used satellite remote sensing models, a topic at next month's South Valley Conference. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Almonds, UC Davis' Astrid Volder talks about groundbreaking work that explores the root structures of different almond rootstocks for optimized management and yield. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free…

This week’s episode we hear key issues and opportunities facing the agricultural community including the impact of recent hurricanes on the industry, important USDA updates, and McDonald’s newly filed lawsuit against the four largest U.S. meat processors. We also discuss the White House’s Farmers and Ranchers in Action event, and how the bankruptcy…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, Kristin Platts hears from Verdesian Life Science's Larry Stauber, who highlights how nitrogen stabilizer technologies contribute to better nitrogen use efficiency. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Ple…

On today's episode, Vicky Boyd hears from David Guy of the Northern California Water Association, who says reservoir storage bodes well for next year. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites. HotSpot AG - https://hotspo…

On today's episode, Pro Farm Group's Seth Little explains what a Universal Biological Product (UBP) is and how the company's new product, Illustria, uses it to enhance conditions for nutrient uptake. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to …

On today's episode, Kristin Platts looks into newly approved $2 million funding for the Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions (FARMER) Program, which will continue to support California’s agricultural sector in reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions through the replacement of outdated, high-emission equipmen…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Almonds, Vicky Boyd hears from Blue Diamond's Mel Machado, who provides an update on almond harvest. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their websites. HotSpot AG - https://hotspotag.com/crop…

In this week’s episode, we cover the widespread devastation to crops in the southern United States, insights from attendees of the World Dairy Expo — the largest dairy-focused trade show — and the potential impact of a multi-day strike between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) on consu…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, West Coast Nut CEO Jason Scott reads about postharvest nutrient applications and the stage they set for tree health and production the next season and beyond. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please f…

On this week's MyAgLife in Technology episode, HotSpot AG's James Nichols discusses automated solutions for growers looking to overcome irrigation challenges. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. HotSpot AG - https:…

On this week's MyAgLife in Walnuts episode, California Walnut Board CEO Robert Verloop details the end-of-year shipment report for walnuts, which boasted a high rate of inshelled and shelled commitments. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel fre…

On this week's MyAgLife in Citrus episode, UCCE's Roger Baldwin discusses brand new research looking into integrated pest management for roof rats. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. New Age Ag Services - https://…

On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Almond Board of California details a recent visit by the Chinese Nut Delegation to California and why this group is a critical partner for trade relations. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to…

In this week’s episode, we provide updates on weather, harvest conditions across the Midwest, market trends, and top agricultural news. We cover former President Donald Trump's warning to John Deere over potential tariffs if they shift production to Mexico, and how an FFA alumnus is raising awareness with a 2,000-mile tractor and camper journey. Yo…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, CCA and Live Earth Products Vice President Russell Taylor explains why biochar may not be as good of a sustainable amendment option for western soils as previously thought. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily …

On today's episode, Western Agricultural Processors Association CEO Roger Isom provides updates on the implementation of SprayDays California, a statewide pesticide application notification system. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to v…

On today's episode, we hear from Manda USA, sponsor at this year's Crop Consultant Conference, about fermented organic fertilizers in western agriculture. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. Manda USA - https://man…

On this week's MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Department of Water Resources' Paul Gosselin discusses the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act's progress in the ag industry after 10 years. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their…

This week, we provide updates on the corn and soybean harvest, along with tips for maintaining your mental and physical health during National Farm Safety and Health Week, which is being observed now. Additionally, we discuss how recent Federal Reserve rate cuts could benefit farmers. You'll also get the latest on the Farm Bill, including how a rec…

On this week's episode of MyAgLife in Fertilization, CCA Jerome Pier, who will be speaking at this next week's Crop Consultant Conference, details his upcoming talk on foliar fertilization best management practices. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Plea…

On today's episode, Kristin Platts looks into data from 20 long-term experiments spanning up to six decades which now show diverse crop rotations reduce risk of crop loss under a changing climate. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to vi…

On this week's MyAgLife in Walnuts episode, California Walnut Board CEO Robert Verloop details the new crop forecast, comparisons to last year and what the numbers mean for the industry. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their …

On today's episode, we hear from Toro Ag, sponsor at this year's Crop Consultant Conference, about new developments in irrigation automation and the consultant's role with these technologies. Supporting the People who Support Agriculture Thank you to this month's sponsors who makes it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit t…