The Section 18 for Transform has officially been approved for lygus control in California cotton. The product will be available for use through October this year. The availability of the …
How to Harvest and Store Homegrown Figs
Cathy Isom continues her series on figs by giving you her easy steps in how to harvest, and store, your homegrown figs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. …
‘Young Farmers Success Act’ to Relieve Agricultural Student Loan Debt
New legislation to address student debt was recently introduced as the Young Farmers Success Act. The bill, HR 3232, was introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee …
Almond Matters: Hull Rot Prevention Approaches
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, hull rot prevention methods are going to be the most effective approach for ensuring almond trees remain safe from damage that …
Stringent, Discretionary Enforcement of CalOSHA Safety Standards
Farmers and ranchers are being encouraged to enhance their protocols related to safety standards as California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health (CalOSHA) steps up its enforcement. AgSafe President and …
Squaring Off Against the Unknown, California Hemp Grower Bets Big
Many are expecting the California hemp industry to make significant strides over the next couple of years. However, there are many questions surrounding the industry as it pertains to permitting …
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-19-19
In today’s show, we here more about what those Produce Safety Rule inspections look like and about a fatal case going on in the north end of the state. The …
Western View: Honoring Old Bill
Williams, Arizona, is a place that has always piqued my interest. It’s high up in the pines, about 30 miles west of Flagstaff. Summers there are mighty pleasant, very different …
Expensive Fruit You Can Grow at Home
Cathy Isom has a few great tips for you about the expensive fruit you can grow from home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For anyone who loves …
Bayer to Reduce Environmental Impact 30 Percent by 2030
Bayer has announced a plan to reduce the company’s environmental impact with a goal of a 30 percent global reduction by 2030. As part of the new sustainability initiative, Bayer …
Climate-Smart Agriculture Assistance Available Through UCCE
With so many different practices that can be considered climate-smart agriculture, it can be challenging for growers to determine the best course of action when contemplating different approaches. UC Cooperative …
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 06-18-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted today by Taylor Hillman. Today we look at initial reactions to the new California budget. There are a couple of …
Growing the Herb with a Peppery Taste
Cathy Isom fills you in about the qualities of the under appreciated herb with a peppery taste. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Savory is an under-appreciated herb. …
Spotted Lantern Fly Sparking California Concern
University of California, Riverside (www.ucr.edu) UC Riverside is testing whether a sesame seed-sized wasp can control a pest that could seriously damage California crops including wine, walnuts, and avocados. The …