…early October and we’ve already had a light dusting of snow in the high country and at least the threat of a few showers in the north valley. But we…
Storing Potatoes
…box with holes punched in it, or any sort of container that will allow for any excess moisture to evaporate. Keep the container covered away from any light source to…
New Markets Sought for Walnut Sector
…not light meats, and people want the Chandlers.” To improve market conditions for walnuts, Balint said, the walnut business is working to relaunch promotions of the nut as a heart-healthy…
Dairy Fighting for Immigration, TPP, and Child Nutrition
…has been said on the campaign trail this year about our nation’s immigration laws, but not much helpful or hopeful light has been shed on the subject. Despite the rhetoric,…
New MyPlate Resources for Families
…learning. From: USDA by Sarah Chang, MPH, RD, Acting Lead Nutritionist for Outreach and Social Media, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, and Alicia White, MS, RD, Chief, Nutrition Education…
Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Trucks
…trailers, while NHTSA’s standards will take effect as of 2021, with credits available for voluntary participation before then. Cost effective technologies for trailers – including aerodynamic devices, light weight construction…
California’s Agricultural Vision – Help Shape the Future
…supports the Board’s decision to revisit the Ag Vision Challenges and strategies in light of the changes that have impacted agricultural since the report was drafted in 2010. the California…
Pacific Region Fruit & Nut Review
…promote color. Grape vines had some leaves pulled to improve air flow and sun light, and were being trellised. Olives were pruned and irrigated and began to size up. Some…
Pruning Frequency Study at Pecan Conference
…says proper pruning can lead to better light distribution, and there are clear benefits to proper light distribution. “Light that reaches the orchard floor is light that isn’t used by…
The People’s Department: A New Era for Civil Rights at USDA
…USDA for help are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We got started promptly by examining our history and bringing to light the most challenging aspects of the Department’s past….
Grower Campaign to Help Market Olives
…the opportunity to shine a light on the amazing farming families behind a product not often thought about beyond the can. From their farming ingenuity to their culinary prowess, these…
Tomato growers reduce acreage to match markets
…Central Valley fields in 2013, continues to affect some fields this year, Turini said. But he described the impact as “light to moderate” compared to 2013. Fields with high disease…
Summit Opens Eyes to Agriculture in Communities
…his community. Summit Opens Eyes to Agriculture in Communities Gunter says the event was a great opportunity to shine the light on farming. “I think the most important thing is…
Shade Plants
No shade, no problem. Cathy Isom tells us about the crops that don’t need a lot of light to thrive in our gardens. That’s coming up on This Land of…