…grow them outdoors if you live in the right climate, but they are more suited to being an indoor ornamental in most places. In their native environment, they can grow…
One of the Earliest Cultivated Plants in Human History
…A date palm might not be most gardeners’ first choice when it comes to growing fruit. But for people in the right climate, growing dates is a brilliant choice. The…
Growing a Smoothie Garden from Likable Vegetables
…nice variety so that you aren’t sipping solely spinach smoothies for the rest of the summer. First things first, consider your climate so that you’ll know which plants like to…
CRP Acreage Falls Short of Goal at Just Under Three Million Acres
…about 4 million acres below the enrollment target. The CRP benefits for producers, sportsmen, wildlife, conservation and climate are numerous and well documented. We cannot afford to let them to…
USDA Accepting Applications to Help Cover Costs for Organic Certification
…all producers, ensuring access to safe, healthy and nutritious food in all communities, building new markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate smart food and forestry…
Health Bite: Comparing Milk and Alternatives
…and therefore almond products, like milk, demonized because the crop requires a lot of water. Then again, cows have been thrown under the bus for their contribution to climate change….
Health Bite: Diet Myths
…I want to debunk today is that plant-based is healthier than animal-based. This is the hottest debate right now, with people arguing about sustainability, climate change, chronic disease risk, animal…
Industry Groups Urge Congressional Support for Climate-Smart Agriculture
…groups and farmers to expand the impact of climate-smart programs. “America’s farmer co-ops and their producer-owners stand ready to help address the global challenge posed by climate change,” President and…
Producers Receive More Flexibility for Prevented Planting Payment
…good for agriculture and promotes climate smart agricultural practices. We are glad we can better support producers who use cover crops.” Listen to the radio report below. Producers Receive More…
Protein PACT Initiative Launched by Animal Agriculture Groups
A new initiative known as the Protein PACT has been launched by a group of 12 animal agriculture organizations. The Protein PACT for the People, Animals, and Climate of Tomorrow…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-21-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering $90 million for CDFA climate-smart ag programs, the push…
Agriculture Funding Bill Adds Nearly $3 Billion in Support
…research, along with climate-related programs all received increased support in the bill. Support for agricultural research would be increased to more than $3.3 billion. Approximately $1.6 billion would be allocated…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-07-21
…U.S. farmland, the ‘important step’ that is the Senate’s approval of the Growing Climate Solutions Act and Wilbur-Ellis launching its Innovation Award for Student Teams. Tune in to the show…
Senate Approval of Growing Climate Solutions Act an ‘Important Step’
The Senate approval of the Growing Climate Solutions Act is being described as an “important step” for helping farmers and ranchers navigate carbon markets. The Growing Climate Solutions Act is…