…They are also hard to spot and suck the sap from plants, eventually taking away all of the essential nutrients plants need to survive. The bugs don’t just suck the…
Fresno State Enology Building Renamed After Winery Supporter
Donald E. Gumz Enology Building Donald Emil Gumz was a Valley native, who like many lifelong residents, had a love and passion for the region, including Fresno State. He came…
The Western View: Don’t Let The Virus Make You Crazy
…big fishing pond for scam artists. Don’t believe everything you read there – for some reason, some people seem to enjoy spreading lies that cause hate and discontent. Don’t hesitate…
Almond Matters: A Strong Crop for 2020
…process is mostly done, with the first solid nut recently found “right on schedule” on the west side of the valley. “Orchards are in good condition, especially given the crop…
Growing Chia in Your Own Home Garden
…When to plant depends on which type of seeds you have. Sow winter chia in the fall for an early summer harvest. Summer chia don’t like cool spring temperatures. Sow…
Understanding the Interruptions in the Food Supply Chain
…also created supply issues in the retail sector as processors have been working to make the necessary adjustments. “We don’t build a bunch of slack into the food system. We…
The Western View: Even More Fake News Now Online
…call news has become a propaganda machine, not a source for facts. So many people are conditioned to trust what they read. They don’t verify it, they just accept it…
Dealing with Chickens When They Get Bored
…chicks in a brooder or you don’t allow your birds to free-range, your chickens are pretty likely going to take their restlessness out on each other. One creative way to…
Including Water Investments in Infrastructure Package Challenging
…water infrastructure in national infrastructure packages but have not been successful as of yet. “We’ve done a lot of work over the last few years to make sure that water…
How to Grow a Unique Herb that is a Favorite of Top Chefs
…full sun, and does well in well-draining, loamy soil. Plant as soon as you can in spring and stagger throughout mid-summer to ensure a continuous supply. Don’t allow agretti to…
Ways to Solve Common Houseplant Problems
A lot of us don’t know when a plant is having a problem. That is solved today. Cathy Isom has a liost of some ways to solve common houseplant problems….
‘More Meaningful Consultation’ Needed for New Regulations
…asked the Newsom administration to take another look at that, to model their policy after the federal policy so that we don’t end up harming farmers who are already bleeding…
Top Free-Ranging Birds to Add to Your Flock
…have strong instincts such as the desire to forage and awareness of predators. Newer, more commercialized breeds are bred solely for production and don’t have the natural instincts like the…
The Western View: It’s Time to go to a Farmers’ Market
…during harvesting and distribution. The vendor will bag your purchase for you – you don’t need to touch anything that isn’t yours. One very popular Farmers’ Market in Clovis California…