GasBuddy reports the U.S. national average for gasoline has fallen to $1.99 per gallon, the first time since March 23, 2016. The national average could even dip to $1.49 by…
Correcting the Misinformation About Emissions from Animal Agriculture
…are exponentially worse than transportation therefore we should stop eating meat. We should stop raising livestock because they’re bad for the environment.’” That report indicated that livestock contributed more greenhouse…
Applications for FARMER Funding Due March 1
…available through the program designed to replace old agricultural equipment and vehicles with cleaner equipment to reduce emissions of diesel exhaust and greenhouse gases. Some of the eligible project categories…
USDA Unveils Agriculture Innovation Agenda
…of USDA. There will also be benchmarks put in place to help monitor progress made on addressing food loss and waste, carbon sequestration and greenhouse gases, water quality, and renewable…
Ag Groups Excited about New Sustainable Farming Coalition
…is important as policymakers at both the state and federal levels, and our partners in the value chain develop programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change.” NAFB…
Deadline for Conservation Reserve Program General Signup is Feb. 28
…tons of greenhouse gases, equal to taking 9 million cars off the road; Creating more than 3 million acres of restored wetlands while protecting more than 175,000 stream miles with…
Ways to Tell if Your Eggs Have Gone Bad
…a strong sulfur smell. This is because, as the egg ages and breaks down, it produces hydrogen sulfide gas. If you detect this smell, toss your eggs. Also, avoid eating any…
Sign Up Period for Conservation Reserve Program Open Through February
…program, which has prevented more than 9 billion tons of soil from being eroded and sequestered an annual average of 49 million tons of greenhouse gases. Farmers and ranchers who…
USDA to Open Signup for Conservation Reserve Program December 9
…tons of greenhouse gases, equal to taking 9 million cars off the road; Created more than 3 million acres of restored wetlands while protecting more than 175,000 stream miles with…
Growing One of Your Favorite Holiday Vegetables
…in a cooler area, it may still be possible to succeed at growing yams in a greenhouse. Yams require full sun and should be planted indoors before the first frost…
Vegetable Gardening in the Off Season
…pros and cons of growing vegetables in containers indoors. Alternatively, think about making your own greenhouse or cold frame outdoors to keep veggies safe before the cold hits. The vegetables…
Latest Romaine Recall Expands Over E. coli Concerns
…said in a statement. “If the romaine does not have information about harvest region or does not indicate that it has been grown indoors (i.e. hydroponically and greenhouse-grown), throw it…
Tips to Help Maximize Greenhouse Space
Cathy Isom has some tips to help you maximize greenhouse space. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Tips to Help Maximize Greenhouse Space The benefits of having a…
Western View: Will California Take Over PG&E?
Street lighting and power lines in front of Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) historical facade of headquarters skyscraper – San Francisco, California. Credit: Michael Vi / Shutterstock.com As incredible…