The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is looking for public comment on proposed changes to the Healthy Soils Program (HSP). The Budget Act of 2021 has appropriated a total of…
New Directors of Almond Board of California Begin Their Terms
…and international audiences through marketing efforts and by funding and promoting research about almonds’ health benefits, efficient and sustainable farming, food safety and more. ABC works on behalf of the…
Research Grants Available from Organic Farming Research Foundation
…to fall under one of the six focus areas for the grant program. Priority areas include soil health, weed, pest, and disease management, resilient cultivars, livestock and poultry, social science,…
Health Bite: Diet Myths
Over the years, bad advice and diet myths have thrown off track many people in pursuit of better health. Hi, I’m Rachel Eslick with your Ag Net West Health Bite….
Companion Planting Improves Flavor, Yield, and Health of Onions
The best companion plants for onions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Experiment with companion planting for onions to improve the flavor, yield, and health of your garden-grown…
Health Bite: Which Diet is Best?
…them consistently, and reach out to a professional if you need help. Health Bite: Which Diet is Best? Rachel Eslick For AgNet West’s Health Bite, I’m Rachel Eslick. I can…
Research Grant of $10 Million Will Support Dairy Industry’s Net Zero Initiative
…project looking at building soil health to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, while also improving water quality. Agronomy and Nutrient Management Farm Advisor, Nick Clark said that part of the…
Health Bite: Gas Station Finds
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Positive Expectations for U.S. Pistachios Going Forward
…showcase the health benefits of pistachios and improve marketing strategies at the retail level. Global demand will have a strong impact on U.S. pistachios, as the industry is heavily reliant…
Improving Rural Broadband Access with Interagency Agreement
…programs. “Broadband internet is the new electricity. It is necessary for Americans to do their jobs, to participate equally in school learning, health care, and to stay connected,” Agriculture Secretary…
Almond Update: Grower Incentives to Advance Almond Orchard 2025 Goals
…practices to improve soil health and integrated pest management systems. Geetika Joshi from the California Department of Food and Agriculture went over the components of the Healthy Soils Program (HSP)….
High Priority Areas Identified for NRCS California Drought Assistance
…“Although we still have CDC coronavirus related health precautions in place for the safety of our customers and employees, we strongly encourage you to call the nearest office and schedule…
Almond Update: Additional Conservation Assistance for Drought Impacted Regions
…cover cropping, and bolstering pollinator habitat. Roseman strongly suggests communicating with NRCS to work on a conservation plan and potentially take advantage of the assistance being offered. As the program…
Preventing Serious Health Issues from Chicken Coop Dust
How chicken coop dust could be harmful to your health. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Andy M. from Pixabay Chicken coop dust, also known as…