Episode 1158 | August 21, 2025 | Upcoming Field Day Showcases Seven Ag Tech Demos in Real Farm Conditions
On this week’s MyAgLife in Technology segment, UC ANR/VINE Connect’s Hannah Johnson discusses an upcoming field day at UC Merced where growers and innovators will converge for a hands-on showcase of seven cutting-edge ag tech solutions, tackling real-world farming challenges in the field. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who […]
Episode 1157 | August 20, 2025 | Walnut Regulatory Update from the Board and Commission
On this week’s MyAgLife in Walnuts episode, California Walnut Board and Commission’s Billy Ng discusses regulatory updates pertinent to the California walnut industry, including postharvest fumigant roundtables, looming EU packaging requirements, free CDFA food safety trainings and more. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make it possible to get […]
Episode 1156 | August 19, 2025 | Plant Biostimulant Act Addressed in D.C.
On today’s episode, Nutrien’s Dr. Karl Wyant shares his recent visit to Washington D.C., where he advocated for the U.S. agriculture industry, seeking support for the Plant Biostimulant Act in the next Farm Bill. Check out Dr. Wyant’s full testimony here and stay tuned for the MyAgLife Podcast this Friday for the longer discussion on […]
Episode 1155 | August 18, 2025 | Almond Industry Ramps Up IPM Response to Roof Rats
On this week’s MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Almond Board of California’s Gabrielle Ludwig outlines a multi-pronged response to California’s roof rat outbreak, emphasizing overlapping control strategies, grower coordination and targeted research to manage the pest effectively. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make it possible to get you your […]
Episode 1154 | August 15, 2025 | Crop Consultant Conference Speaker Interview w/UCCE’s George Zhuang
On today’s episode, hear from George Zhuang, UCCE viticulture farm advisor and speaker at the 2025 Crop Consultant Conference, about his upcoming session in September biofungicides for managing grapevine powdery mildew. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free […]
Episode 1153 | August 14, 2025 | More Almond Harvest Preparations to Consider
On today’s episode, UCCE’s Franz Niederholzer discusses preparations for harvest, such as ensuring machines don’t bark the trees, rodent control and monitoring orchard moisture. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. 2025 Crop Consultant […]
Episode 1152 | August 13, 2025 | New Best Management Practices Aim to Address Land Subsidence
On today’s episode, Department of Water Resources’ Paul Gosselin discusses a new draft set of Best Management Practices that aims to help address land subsidence, protect infrastructure and safeguard the state’s agricultural future. Public comment for the draft BMPs ends on September 22. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make […]
Episode 1151 | August 12, 2025 | Regional and National Ag News
On today’s episode, Lorrie Boyer reports on the day’s regional California ag news and national ag news. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please feel free to visit their website. 2025 Crop Consultant Conference – https://myaglife.com/crop-consultant-conference/
Episode 1150 | August 11, 2025 | Determining If a Beneficial Insect Release Is Needed
On this week’s MyAgLife in Almonds episode, Community Alliance with Family Farmers’ Hanna Kahl discusses how to assess the need for beneficial insect releases, choose the right natural enemies, plan effective release strategies and monitor outcomes for successful pest management. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make it possible […]
Episode 1149 | August 8, 2025 | Crop Consultant Conference Speaker Interview w/Western Region CCA’s Stephen Vasquez
On today’s episode, hear from Stephen Vasquez, Western Region CCA chair and moderator at the 2025 Crop Consultant Conference, about his upcoming panel in September on fertilizer best management in California specialty crops. Supporting the People who Support AgricultureThank you to this month’s sponsors who make it possible to get you your daily news. Please […]