WASHINGTON (NCBA) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) sent a letter signed by 39 of its state affiliates to U.S. Senate and House leaders urging them to support the …
Growing Onions from Seed Has Benefits
Just about every garden has onions. In today’s program, Cathy Isom explains the benefits of growing onions from seed. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Onions are staples …
Investment Not Happening Where Needed for AgTech
Investment is needed for technologies to develop in agriculture, but currently, those ventures aren’t tackling the real problem. Western Growers Association Executive Vice President Dave Puglia recently talked about the …
Grow Drought Tolerant Edible Plants
Most areas of the country have issues with water. A lot of us also like to grow our own fruit and vegetables. Cathy Isom lets us know about some drought …
Cover Crops Are Site-Specific
A cover crop program can help growers try the practice, which is essential because it’s not one size fits all. Project Apis m. has opened their Seeds for Bees program where producers …
Winegrape Assessment Rate Reduced by a Third for 2019
The annual winegrape assessment rate is officially being reduced after being approved by California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross. At the last meeting held on June 17 …
The California Kitchen: White Cheddar Grits Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing White Cheddar Grits Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Grits/ Quick Grits1 …
Mite Levels Pointed Towards Bee Loss Survey
Record high winter bee loss isn’t surprising to some. The Bee Informed Partnership national survey on bee health showed a nearly 38 percent bee loss this last winter. “The historic losses …
July 4th Cookouts Costing About the Same
(AFBF) — A cookout of Americans’ favorite foods for July 4th, including hot dogs, cheeseburgers, pork spare ribs, potato salad, baked beans, lemonade and watermelon, will cost just a few …
Pickling Your Garden Harvest for Year-Round Treats
Cathy Isom has a great idea for you for your excess garden vegetables. She fills you in about turning your garden harvest into a pickled treat. That’s coming up on …
Global Livestock Show Worth The Trip – Sommet De L’Elevage
U.S. cattle and livestock producers interested in keeping up with their industry in other parts of the world first-hand should consider a visit to one of the world’s largest and …
The California Kitchen: Watermelon Salad
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Watermelon Salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 Qt Compressed Watermelon Jalapeno Olive Oil …
Strategizing Better Agricultural Engagement with Public Officials
Farmers and ranchers would be best served by approaching agricultural engagement with public officials in a more unified manner, highlighting the underlying importance of having a strong agricultural industry. As …
USDA Research is Driving Technological Innovation
USDA scientists and researchers reported 320 new inventions in 2018 (Salinas, California — USDA) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Technology Transfer Report (PDF, 14.9 MB), …