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University of California Cooperative Extension brings on staffers
Expanding its expertise in water, soil, pest management, forestry and small farms, five new academics and a county director have joined the ranks of University of California Cooperative Extension. Kim Ingram Forest stewardship education academic co... more
Regional sales manager for Southwest hired by Helm Agro US
Tampa, Florida-based Helm Agro US Inc., a global manufacturer of high-quality crop protection and fertilizer products, announces the hiring of Josh Louder as Regional Sales Manager in the Southwest. Louder will be responsible for promoting and in... more
UCCE advisor spots released for recruitment by University of California
Six University of California Cooperative Extension advisor positions have been released for recruitment by UC Agriculture and Natural Resources. Glenda Humiston, UC vice president for agriculture and natural resources, is thrilled to resume strengthe... more
Environmental Quality Incentives Program rule opens comment period
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) seeks public comments on its interim rule for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), USDA’s flagship program that helps producers plan and imp... more
Jan. 8-10 dates for Illinois Specialty Crop Conference in Springfield
Have you registered for the Illinois Specialty Crop Conference (ISCC) on Jan. 8-10? Don’t miss your chance to attend this one of a kind event that will bring local farmers, organizations, and businesses together to network and help build the needed... more
California awards over $1.1M for proactive IPM
Each of the projects received strong support from commodities that could be affected by invasive pests.
Fagerberg, IFCO extend onion-packing partnership
IFCO, an operator of Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs), announced Fagerberg Produce of Eaton, Colorado, has agreed to extend its use of IFCO RPCs for its dry onion products through 2020. “IFCO is a great partner,” said Ryan Fagerberg, preside... more
