…hold up well to freezing temperatures. Calibrachoa is another favorite annual flower known for its bright colors and low-maintenance care. While it is commonly thought of as a summer annual,…
What’s Left on the To-Do List for Gardens This Year
…start thinking about protecting roses before temperatures begin to chill. Be sure to cut them back and remove any part of the plant which looks diseased or appears to have…
West Coast Port Congestion Doesn’t Show Any Signs of Letting Up
…high of nine days, which is about 2.5 days longer than average wait times experienced in August. During an operational update, Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles, Gene…
Problems That Can ‘Pop’ Up When Growing Corn
…over-abundant, watering can cause issues like irregular temperatures, low pollination, and certain insect activity. But there are other problems, too. Such as diseases and pests. Corn kernels can germinate anywhere…
Funding Available for Developing More Sustainable Pest Management Tools
…use of high-risk pesticides or decrease the impacts of pest management materials on public health and the environment. Project budgets can range between $50,000 to $3.75 million. Virtual information sessions…
Almond Update: ALP Golf Tournament Back to Support Ag Education
…fundraising efforts is applied to scholarship opportunities for high schoolers involved in FFA who want to further their agricultural education. With the cancellation of last year’s golf tournament, Roberts said…
Health Bite: Best Meat to Eat on a Diet
…we’re discussing the best meat to eat while watching your diet. Moderate to high protein diets are often recommended for fat loss, for several reasons. Protein is satiating, therefore it…
White House Points to Meat Processors for High Consumer Prices
…Institute (NAMI) has also pointed out that labor is the primary driver of increased consumer prices. “American consumers of most goods and services are seeing higher costs, largely due to…
Free Canine-Assisted ACP Scouting Available to Industry Members
…be effective in areas where ACP has yet to be found, as well as areas of high infestation. If a dog detects the presence of ACP odor, a radius of…
Type of Melons Known for Their Sweet, Enticing Flavor
…with a high Brix sugar rating of 13. Prescott Fond Blanc Melon is an heirloom variety that is downright ugly with its warty, thick skin and flattened. A true cantaloupe,…
California Walnut Production Projected to Come Down 15 Percent
…bearing acres. Instances of widespread freezing temperatures in Fall of last year created significant issues for growers. The ongoing drought also created an array of challenges for walnut production. Survey…
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 Thursday, 09-09-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering nationwide high gas and diesel prices, how to score…
Reemergence and Spread of Branched Broomrape Causes Concern
…fields primarily in the Sacramento Valley. High levels in other Mediterranean regions around the world have resulted in yield losses between 50 and 80 percent. While branched broomrape levels have…