Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a new study that details water use practices in…
Moving Production to Mexico Is Not As Easy As Often Assumed
Moving agricultural production into Mexico is not as simple as is often assumed. Coachella-based Prime Time International has eight locations in Mexico that help the company supply bell peppers year-round….
Pretty Plants that Repel Biting Bugs in Your Garden
Some pretty plants that repel biting bugs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Three pots of herbs: Rosemary, Basil and Mint on a kitchen shelf. Strongly scented plants have…
Disaster Assistance Bill Moves Through House Ag Committee
The House Agriculture Committee has approved an $8.5 billion disaster assistance bill that will expand aid offered to producers. The legislation would extend the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus…
Lack of Smoke Exposure Standards Complicate Winegrape Contracts
Smoke exposure in winegrapes has become a critical issue for the industry. Buyers have regularly been backing out of contract obligations due to assumed damage to winegrape quality. Contract agreements…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 07-27-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering wildfire smoke proving to be dangerous to outdoor employees,…
More Than $7M Invested to Support Ag Research and Workforce Development
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing funding support to help advance agricultural research and workforce development. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture recently announced it will be…
Keep Plants Hydrated this Summer and Saving Some Money
Some ways to keep your plants well hydrated this summer while saving yourself some money. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Close up of irrigation pivot system splashing…
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Signed by Governor Newsom
Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed Senate Bill 11, which is aimed at helping producers acquire some form of wildfire insurance. Authored by Senator Susan Rubio, the legislation makes necessary updates…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 07-26-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering irrigation tips for walnut trees when water is scarce,…
Harsh Reality of California Drought Shown in No Water=No Crops Campaign
The drought in California isn’t quite fathomable to all. In efforts to showcase the harsh reality producers are experiencing, Western Growers has a new campaign called “No Water = No…
Producers Receive More Flexibility for Prevented Planting Payment
Producers are receiving more flexibility when it comes to prevented planting payments. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is working to make the practice of cover cropping…
Pests and Diseases that can Wreak Havoc on Spinach
The pests and diseases that can wreak havoc on your spinach. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’ve tried growing spinach before you’re plants have probably come under…
The California Kitchen: McCormick Southwestern Bison Tacos
McCormick Southwestern Bison Tacos In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare McCormick Southwestern Bison Tacos with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2…