Water
Fresh Views: Innovative freeze protection strategies for fruit crops
When colder weather sets in, fruit growers begin worrying about spring freezes. The questions surface quickly: Will the cold last long enough? Will a late freeze hit during bloom? Can we protect the crop — or... more »
Ground resilience: Water conservation, sustainable practices improve land, plant health
Despite a changing climate, improving soil health can help improve ground resiliency. Several years of improved soil health practices can strikingly change land so much that a grower can walk into a field after a... more »
Large Georgia pecan grower remembered
Chop Evans, a large Georgia pecan grower, has died. Charles Baisden "Chop" Evans, Jr., died Nov. 6. He was 73. Evans was president of Evans LLC in Fort Valley, Georgia, one of Georgia’s largest pecan... more »
Irrigation efficiencies to benefit from AgTech partnership
An agricultural tech provider is partnering with another tech company to advance precision irrigation for growers globally. Almanac's partnership with WiseConn is designed to integrate smart irrigation solutions into Almanac's platform to help optimize water... more »
Water quality management in orchards: Maintaining grove water
Water quality management in orchards is important for ensuring a successful crop. Mike Wade, executive director of the California Farm Water Coalition, noted most efforts focus largely on controlling salinity and elements, such as boron,... more »
New varieties help Florida strawberry growers
Following hurricanes Helene and Milton, Florida growers are showing resilience in ensuring fresh Florida strawberries are available this season. Through hard work and efficient problem-solving, Florida growers have planted the fruits consumers enjoy from December... more »
Irrigation supplier Reinke introduces precision center pivot irrigation system
Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation systems and technology, has introduced E3, the first precision series of center pivot systems. The patented irrigation system offers unmatched accuracy and performance, providing tremendous value by ensuring... more »
Irrigation supplier Rivulis works to combat climate change
Rivulis, a micro and drip irrigation supplier, discusses agriculture irrigation’s role in combatting climate change. Agriculture holds a unique double opportunity to reverse adverse climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and removing carbon from... more »
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