…particularly during times of increased public scrutiny such as the last California drought. “We were able to tell the growers’ story because we had that data which we wouldn’t have…
Upgrading California’s Water Grid for Future Needs
…Drought in a Changing Climate which cites specific climate pressures as causing significant challenges for water management in the future. When asked about the role of warmer temperatures in the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-28-19
…update on monitoring Blight in Colusa County. A total of nine California counties were declared primary natural disaster areas due to drought and now USDA is offering producers in those…
Nine CA Counties Designated Natural Disaster Areas
Although California has recently been classified as drought-free, the state has been known for suffering through years of drought with lingering drought effects. It was recently announced by Agriculture Secretary…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-18-19
…Sacramento, California’s declaration of being drought free, and a new way California Farm Bureau is looking to connect with more of its members statewide. You’ll also hear how Dow DuPont’s…
Funding Water Storage Projects with High Speed Rail Money
…Nation (WIIN) Act. “The RAILWAY Act builds on the success of the WIIN Act by continuing to increase California’s drought resiliency and helping ensure our communities, families and farmers have…
How to Care for Your Lavender Plants
…How to Care for Your Lavender Plants Lavender isn’t the easiest plant to grow but it can be done. Water once a week until plants are established. Lavender is drought…
Houseplants for Home or Office
…with minimal care or maintenance. They also don’t require a lot of sun, water, or space to thrive. The Spider Plant – highly resistant to drought or bugs – and…
Growing Kale for Greens Year-round
…requires about an inch to an inch and a half water per week, though some varieties tolerate drought better than others. Its quick growing and easy to get going. And,…
Survey Evaluating Energy Costs of Groundwater Pumping Remains Open
…as well as a prolonged drought a few years ago creating an even greater reliance on groundwater in agriculture. “This has a double effect on the energy consumption on the…
Controlling Tough Weeds Through Residual and Burndown Systems
…and rainfall of the region,” Beran says. “Growers can expect anywhere from four months to one year of activity, with the longest activity in drought regions.” It’s also paramount that…
Growing the Enchanted Chamomile Plant
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Plenty of Agriculture Trade Opportunities for U.S. and Europe
…insurance showed up in 2018 when drought gripped much of Europe and drastically reduced harvests. “The drought has definitely affected farmers and hurt our ability to export barley and other…
Producing Grapes on Marginal Land Research
…resistance and good tolerance to drought conditions. Those rootstocks included 1616c, Schwarzmann, 140Ru, Ramsey and 1103P. There are several other issues in the soils he is looking at, including boron…