Shows
Thoughts on Rice2.8 - Herbicide Resistance Testing Program with Kassim Al-KhatibSend us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production. Sarah Marsh Janish sits down with Dr. Kassim Al-Khatib, who is responsible for the Herbicide Resistance Screening Program that UC Cooperative Extension provides, free of charge, to rice growers and PCAs who are interested in determining the herbicide resistance status of their rice weeds. Herbicide Resistance Testing FormResistant Weed Seed Testing ResourcesMention of an agrichemical does not co...2025-04-0730 minThoughts on Rice2.7 - New product offerings in the rice market (Pt. 2)Send us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production. Sarah Marsh Janish sits down with Kate Walker, a representative from FMC, to discuss some of the latest developments in the rice chemical market.Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu.The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and...2025-03-2416 minThoughts on Rice2.6 - History of UCCESend us a textFeedback FormIn honor of UCCE Colusa's upcoming Centennial Celebration, Sarah Marsh Janish takes a trip back in time, outlining the development of the Extension Service in California and how, despite shifts in funding and leadership, the mission of UCCE remains to serve the communities in which the offices are housed. For more information, see the links below:History of UCCECalifornia Agriculture: 100 Years of ServiceHistory of the Agriculture Experiment StationsScience and Service by Ann Foley Scheuring2025-03-1030 minThoughts on Rice2.5 - Nutria as emerging pestsSend us a textFeedback FormIn honor of National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Sarah Marsh Janish discusses the recent focus on nutria in California. Although this semi-aquatic mammal is not new to California, the surge in population and range across the state is of some concern, especially to those of us who work in the habitats they prefer to inhabit.Report Nutria: "Suspected observations or potential signs of nutria in California should be photographed and immediately reported to CDFW ONLINE, by email...2025-02-2714 minThoughts on Rice2.4 - New product offerings in the rice market (Pt. 1)Send us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production. Sarah Marsh Janish sits down with Sharon Bell, Ashley McWilliams, and Mike Martin, representatives from UPL, Wilbur-Ellis, and Valent USA, to discuss some of the latest developments in the rice chemical market.Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu.The views, thoughts...2025-02-1030 minThoughts on Rice2.3 - 2024 Rice Disease Survey with Luis EspinoSend us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.Sarah Marsh Janish and Luis Espino discussed the 2024 Rice Disease Survey, the results of which showed a low incidence of blast and similar levels of other diseases compared to previous years. The conversation also covered the influence of agronomic practices on diseases in rice crops, the importance of fungicide applications, and the differences in diseases and insect problems between California rice and the mid-south region.2025-01-2739 minThoughts on Rice2.2 - Conversation with the California Rice Commission with Tim Johnson (Pt. 2)Send us a textFeedback FormSarah Marsh Janish sat down with Tim Johnson, the President & CEO of the California Rice Commission, also known as the CRC. The CRC makes it their mission to support the family farmers and mills who have excelled for more than a century. This support looks like engaging in a number of comprehensive regulatory programs such as managing water quality programs, maintaining an active industry communications program, and coordinating wildlife habitat conservation programs.Sarah and Tim discussed the role and mission of the...2025-01-1326 minThoughts on Rice2.1 - Conversation with the California Rice Commission with Tim Johnson (Pt. 1)Send us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.Sarah Marsh Janish sat down with Tim Johnson, the President & CEO of the California Rice Commission, also known as the CRC. The CRC makes it their mission to support the family farmers and mills who have excelled for more than a century. This support looks like engaging in a number of comprehensive regulatory programs such as managing water quality programs, maintaining an active industry communications program, and...2025-01-0641 minThoughts on Rice1.17 - Algae and cyanobacteria with Jens BeetsSend us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.In this episode, Sarah and Jens Beets, a research ecologist with the USDA's Invasive Species and Pollinator Health unit, discussed the challenges of managing algae and cyanobacteria in California rice production, including the impact of excess nutrients and the potential risks associated with rice cultivation. They also explored various strategies to prevent and control algae growth, including the use of nitrogen and phosphorus, water movement, and herbicides...2024-12-2346 minThoughts on Rice1.16 - Rotating rice and winter cover crops (Pt. 2) with Sara RosenbergSend us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.In this two-part episode, Sarah Marsh sits down with Dr. Sara Rosenberg, who is currently the UCCE Regenerative Agriculture Farm Advisor for Mariposa, Merced, and Stanislaus Counties to talk about her work in rice crop rotation systems. Sara worked with rice growers in her graduate school experience at UC Davis, where one of her focuses was to understand the barriers to adoption, opportunities, and...2024-12-0934 minThoughts on Rice1.15 - Rotating rice with Sara Rosenberg (Pt. 1)Send us a textFeedback FormTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.In this two-part episode, Sarah Marsh sits down with Dr. Sara Rosenberg, who is currently the UCCE Regenerative Agriculture Farm Advisor for Mariposa, Merced, and Stanislaus Counties to talk about her work in rice crop rotation systems. Sara worked with rice growers in her graduate school experience at UC Davis, where one of her focuses was to understand the barriers to adoption, opportunities, and required resources...2024-12-0234 min
The Filthy Spoon PodcastEP# 122 Exploring the World of Rice in the Sacramento ValleyJoin us as Jon takes the lead in a fascinating conversation with Sarah Marsh Janish and her rice farming Father Charles Marsh. Discover the intricate world of rice farming in the Sacramento Valley, exploring its history, challenges, and the unique relationship with duck hunters.
We delve into how rice became a staple crop in the region, discuss popular rice variants, and examine the impact of organic farming practices. The episode also highlights the collaborative efforts between rice farmers and duck hunters in creating a beneficial ecosystem.
Gain insights into the dedication and innovation required in...2024-12-0249 minThoughts on Rice1.14 - Rice Quality Assurance Program with Timothy BlankSend us a textFeedback Poll Together, the UCCE Rice Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.Timothy Blank (Director of Seed Certification Operations, the Foundation Seed Program Executive Director, and the Certified Seed Program Advisor for the California Crop Improvement Association) and Sarah Marsh sit down to talk about the California Crop Improvement Association (CCIA) Rice Seed Quality Assurance Program (Program), which provides a uniform and unbiased quality control system and marketing tool for crop seeds that cannot be ve...2024-11-1819 minThoughts on Rice1.13 - Off-season bird habitat conservation programs with Jason Coslovich and Luke MatthewsSend us a textFeedback Poll Together, the UCCE Rice Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.Sarah Marsh Janish sits down with Jason Coslovich and Luke Matthews to talk about some of the bird habitat conservation incentive programs that are available for rice farmers who can benefit from incorporating these into winter off season plans.CWA ResourcesRice Levee and Ag Corridor ProgramEgg Salvage ProgramDelayed Harvest ProgramFallow Lands Pr...2024-11-0434 minThoughts on Rice1.12 - Rice Seed Certification Program with Timothy BlankSend us a textFeedback Poll Together, the UCCE Rice Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.Timothy Blank (Director of Seed Certification Operations, the Foundation Seed Program Executive Director, and the Certified Seed Program Advisor for the California Crop Improvement Association) and Sarah Marsh sit down to talk about the role and history of rice seed certification in California.California Crop Improvement Association ResourcesCCIA WebsiteCertified Seed Sampler Training2024-10-2135 minThoughts on Rice1.11 - Early Fall Rice Round Table with the UCCE Rice GroupSend us a textFeedback Poll To round out the month of September and to start off October, we're going to hold a "Rice Round Table" to talk about some of the farm calls and questions we have gotten this past month, as well as discuss what to expect going forward in the season. Join members of the UCCE Rice Group, Luis Espino, Whitney Brim-Deforest, Bruce Linquist, Michelle Leinfelder-Miles, and Sarah Marsh as they recap rice in early fall 2024. Other ResourcesU...2024-10-0726 minThoughts on Rice1.10 - Lessons from the Rice Yield Contest with Bruce LinquistSend us a textFeedback formTogether, the UCCE Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.Bruce Linquist and Sarah Marsh mull over the results of the rice yield contest and the future direction of yield research. Yield Contest ResourcesRice Yield Contest VideoPurpose of the Yield ContestLessons from the Rice Yield Contest - 2024 Winter Grower Presentation ...2024-09-2334 min