…been allocated to support non-digester practices that reduce methane emissions from dairy and livestock operations through the Alternative Manure Management Program(AMMP). Milk producers and dairy digester developers can apply for…
Exploring a World without Food Animals
…would drop by 28 percent without farmed animals because of increases associated with producing additional food crops and the use of more synthetic fertilizer to replace manure. That would represent…
Delay Sought for Reporting Farm Air Emissions
…to delay a mandate that farmers report certain air emissions from manure on their farms. In April, a federal court, ruling on a lawsuit brought by environmental activist groups against…
Building Your Own No Dig Garden Bed
…Then, sprinkle a thin layer of more nitrogen-rich material, such as manure, compost, food scraps, over coffee grounds. Water the area, cover it with a layer of either cardboard or…
Make Your Own Hard Apple Cider
…are 65% liquid. So, it may be one of the easiest and tastiest concoctions you’ll ever make. If using your own apples, blend and filter through a cheesecloth. Or, if…
Methods for Building Fertile Soil
…nitrogen-fixing plants – since nitrogen is the main ingredient in most fertilizers. Plant green manure during rest periods when crops aren’t being produced. Don’t forget to mulch – using organic…
Cap and Trade Funding for Agriculture
…assistance as part of the cap and trade program. The Department of Food and Agriculture will be granted $99 million for dairy digester research and development and alternative manure management;…
Apply for Alternative Manure Management Program Grants
The California Department of Food and Agriculture is now accepting applications for their Alternative Manure Management Program. Up to $16 million in competitive grant funding will be available. The deadline…
Grow Veggies Differently-Hydroponics
…to feed on the enriched liquid. This is especially helpful for those in urban areas where the soil isn’t available, but still, want to grow their own food at home….
One of Summer’s Favorite Fruits – Watermelon
…there’s not a whole lot of liquid down there if so, you’re buying a lot of watermelon soup. Of course, there are many ways to cut up a watermelon. But,…
Farmers Market Frosty Summer Smoothies
…liquid. If you usually add 3 cups, scale it back to two cups instead but not all at once. Add the second cup to your blender after all of the…
The Importance of Zinc in Almond Production
…growth. Deficiencies can be the result of several different causes including the regular use of manure in orchards. High phosphate concentrations in cow manure can be problematic when almonds are…
Planning and What to Grow in Your Food Forest
…from the urban waste stream. The farm has used 1,000 cubic yards of horse manure, 2,000 cubic yards of woodchips, and 100,000 pounds of cardboard to cover over an acre…
OTA Applauds Organic Research Investment Legislation
…led by the University of California, Davis. This project addresses one of the most pressing issues for the organic community–how to use manure effectively in organic farming in ways that…