…the Hemp Policy The hemp crop insurance policy provides Actual Production History (APH) coverage against loss of yield due to insurable causes of loss for hemp grown for fiber, grain,…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-18-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features reports on the ongoing national hemp survey and the new assistance that is…
Hemp: Controversial Plant that is Gaining Popularity
…extreme desert conditions. Hemp grows similar to corn and has high nutrition and water needs. Like corn, it cross-pollinates via the wind. Hemp is a short day plant. This means…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-08-21
…growers, UC ANR research to better understand hemp production and Ventura County highlighting women in agriculture. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen…
Hemp Webinar Covering Cultivation and Production Coming Up This Week
…deep dive into hemp production and cultivation on the west coast. The agenda features topics including the planning of a hemp operation, the risks involved with hemp production, genetics, seed…
Organic and Specialty Crop Insurance Purchases Increase Substantially
…crops. Significant improvements have also been made to Whole-Farm Revenue Protection plans, as well as overall hemp insurance options. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-30-21
…growers, California plums gaining market access to Japan and the trendiness of hemp in Ventura County. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-24-21
…a study finding genetics rather than the environment are the source of THC in hemp, and year after year water shortages shaping planting trends. Tune in to the show for…
Study Finds Genetics Rather Than Environment Are Source of THC Levels in Hemp
A recent study from Cornell University has found no link between increases in the THC content in hemp with environmental or biological stresses. Guidelines from USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service note…
Useful Herb Good in the Kitchen, Good for the Garden
…hemp and flax and can be used to make rope, cloth and paper. Stinging nettle leaves should be cooked or dried before eating and they can be used much like…
New Publication Outlines Herbicide Drift Symptoms on Hemp
A new publication available from UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) provides an overview of herbicide drift symptoms in hemp. After the legalization of industrial hemp production through the…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 06-22-21
…concerning trends for California energy rates and a new publication outlines herbicide drift symptoms on hemp. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen…
Plant-Based Sources to Tap into for Vitamin D
The best plant sources of Vitamin D. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Hemp Seeds Shutterstock image Vitamin D is one of the most important vitamins for our immune…
USDA Partnership Looks at Hemp Seed Oil Potential for Personal Care Products
…with hemp seed oil. NCAUR is also looking at more efficient methods for processing hemp into fuels, lubricants and adhesives, along with other viable fiber products and food ingredients. Listen…