…may also be eligible for funding assistance related to soil testing expenses required under the National Organic Program. Eligible producers could receive 75 percent of those expenses, up to $100…
New Study Reveals the Dangers of Tree Felling
…according to Penn State researchers who conducted a new study of associated deaths. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration calls logging “the most dangerous occupation in the United States.” The…
MSOB: The Role of Biostimulants in IPM Systems
Biostimulants have an interesting role in overall integrated pest management (IPM) systems. While the materials are designed to improve things like yield and overall crop health, they can also provide…
Build Back Better Framework Announced by President Joe Biden
…to reduce emissions.” Other significant investments are also being made in health care, clean energy, and child health and nutrition, with a focus on strengthening the middle class. Agricultural groups…
Perfect Time to Start Planning and Planting for Spring Garden
…time to start planning and planting spring bulbs, perennials and more before winter sets in. The cooler temperatures are easier on both plants and gardeners, but the soil is still…
Snake Plant is the Popular Houseplant for Beginners
…you only need to give this plant more moisture when the soil has dried out. When it comes to soil, the best option is a loose and spacious pot with…
USDA Makes $1.15 Billion Available to Access High-Speed Internet
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says his agency is making funding available to bring a significant expansion of access to high-speed internet, health care, and educational services for millions of Americans….
Surprising Health Benefits to Know About Pumpkins
The health benefits that may surprise you about pumpkins. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Pumpkins offer a lot more than one night of carving fun and scary…
Latest Pesticide Report Shows Consistently Low Residue Levels
…concern for public health.” Of the imported samples that were tested as part of the report, 89.1 percent of the 3,069 samples taken were in compliance with federal standards. Over…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-25-21
…Victoria Hornbaker, as well as reports on nitrogen management in carrots, and FSA’s new soil carbon monitoring initiative. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features…
Need to Know Points About Growing Winter Squash
…start them indoors like some vegetables. These seeds need warm soil, so you should wait about 2 to 3 weeks after the last frost to plant; if you put the…
Week in Review: Newsom Addresses Port Congestion, Changing COVID Protocols for Employers
…action by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health. The new ELAP Feed Transportation Producer Tool helps ranchers determine estimated payments as part of the program. Reclamation announced the…
MSOB: Biological Materials for Arthropod Management in Organic Vegetables
…that have chewing mouthparts like Lepidoptera, or Coleoptera, and so on. Then we have entomopathogenic nematodes that are very effective against soil-dwelling life stages,” Dara explained. “Depending on the product…
Plan Ahead for Bountiful Pumpkin Harvest Next Year
…the soil. Pumpkins are made of up to 90 percent water, so give your vines plenty of moisture, especially during hot summer weather. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of…