…cold temperatures could be a killer. When you do get them outdoors, make sure they see as much sun and heat as possible. Load them up with compost and keep…
Week in Review: AB 616 Progress Causes Concern, High Expectations for Ag Exports
The California State Senate has approved AB 616, much to the dismay of several agricultural organizations. The recent trade forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture indicates high expectations for…
Helpful Tips for Preparing the Garden for the Cold Season Ahead
…fruit bits. Chickens will start laying fewer eggs as the days get shorter. Freezing eggs while production is still high ensures you’ll have plenty on hand for holiday baking. Stay…
Almond Update: 2021 Harvest Season ‘Looking Good’ So Far
The 2021 harvest season is underway, and reports indicate that things are going smoothly. With warmer temperatures and dry conditions, some of the earlier almond varieties went a little earlier…
USDA Has Big Expectations for Agricultural Exports
The recent trade forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) indicates high expectations for agricultural exports. Fiscal Year 2021 is projected to see an export value of $173.5 billion,…
Western House Members Ask for FEMA Disaster Declaration
Several members of Congress are asking President Biden to declare a drought disaster in the western United States as record temperatures and wildfires hit several states hard. Democrats Joe Neguse…
Propane Prices Heading Higher
Liquid Propane prices in the U.S. could be heading higher based on current supply/demand factors. A Successful Farming article says that could mean higher corn drying costs for farmers this…
Study Finds Genetics Rather Than Environment Are Source of THC Levels in Hemp
…were applied to three genetically unrelated high-CBD hemp cultivars. The stress treatments included flood conditions, physical wounding, exposure to a particular plant growth regulator, powdery mildew, and herbicide. Over the…
Italian Eggplant Varieties to Grow on the Farm or Garden
…up a bit! Galene’ is an Italian eggplant variety that is known for its exceptionally high yields. Nadia’ is another excellent option. A traditional black Italian eggplant, it is slightly…
USDA Announces Improvements to the Dairy Safety Net and New Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program
…to the Dairy Margin Coverage safety net program updating the feed cost formula to better reflect the actual cost dairy farmers pay for high quality alfalfa. This change will be…
Growing a Unique and Tasty Veggie that Chefs Love
…salinity to the soil, pots make sense. The optimal temperature for salty ice plant is 68°F to 86°F. It requires full sun and can survive in temperatures as low as…
Health Bite: Comparing Milk and Alternatives
…different foods to find our taste preference. If keeping calories low or high is the primary goal, the lightest option is almond milk at just 30 calories per cup. Whole…
Infrastructure Bill to Improve Broadband Access with $65 Billion in Support
…Americans are going without high-speed broadband internet. With farming technology continuing to advance, the importance of high-speed internet access becomes critical. Farmers and ranchers routinely adapt to new production practices…
Fennel Has a Long Growing History, a Multitude of Uses
…in Italian cooking. It’s high in fiber, low in calories, and full of healthy nutrients like vitamin C and potassium. Common fennel has an anise-like flavor with feathery leaves and…