…are categorized as such because they don’t involve synthetic chemicals. Organic weed control methods involve mechanical and biological controls. Ingredients used in organic pest-control concoctions are typically naturally derived. When…
Growing a Nutty Holiday Favorite
…Plant in spring when temperatures are beginning to rise and the ground is soft and not too dry. Chestnuts grow well with strawberries, garlic, peanuts, clover, and oats. Don’t plant…
USDA Rule Puts Pressure on California to Finalize Hemp Regulations
…for that USDA direct regulation in states that don’t have state plans in the works.” There are also some inconsistencies between the USDA’s hemp regulations and the rules that California…
Western View: Will California Take Over PG&E?
…But turns out, it’s to push sewage into the ocean so the Bay cities don’t have to modernize their sewer plants. The stench of that deception still lingers. Sunset in…
Best Foods to Can for an Emergency
…fish, and tuna. Don’t forget to consider canning these fruits and vegetables: corn, cucumbers for pickles, green peas, peas, beets, radishes, potatoes, applesauce, peaches, pears, cherries and homemade fruit cocktail….
BQA Campaign Seeks Greater Understanding of Industry Efforts
…of bad vibes for the cattle industry.” Those are vibes the industry can’t afford, Karisch says. “I don’t want people thinking bad things about our industry,” she says. “Some of…
NCBA Applauds Introduction of Hours of Service Legislation
…haulers in other industries don’t face, and this bill recognizes that need,” said NCBA President Jennifer Houston. “On behalf of America’s cattle producers, I want to thank Representatives Craig, Smucker,…
Rice Weed Survey to Better Understand Recent Weed Pressures
Similar to what was done with the disease survey last month, UC Cooperative Extension will be surveying rice weeds this fall. The 2019 survey is being funded by the Rice Research…
Realizing the Conservation Benefits of Precision Agriculture
The House Agriculture Committee recently held a hearing focused on realizing the conservation benefits of precision agriculture. Vice President and General Manager of TerraNova Ranch, Don Cameron spoke to the…
Roasting Pumpkin Seeds for Health Benefits
Don’t throw those seeds out! Cathy Isom explains all of the great benefits to roasting pumpkin seeds for a healthy snack. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Roasting…
Stopping Weeds from Taking Over Your Garden
…when you have a bare surface or you dig and don’t mulch, weeds pop up. Another successful method of preventing weeds is crowding your garden space with good plants. If…
Cultivating Shallots from Your Garden
…of garden fruits and vegetables, including: Cabbage, Beets, Chamomile, Mint, Sage, Thyme, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Celergy, Carrots, Strawberries, Cucumber and Dill. Don’t plant shallots next to Broad beans, bush beans,…
Growing Your Own Tasty Blackberries
…play particularly well with blackberries include: mint, chive, blueberry, beans, and grape. Don’t plant your blackberries where plants in the nightshade family have grown, as they share similar pests. Also,…
Problem Pigeons and the Best Way to Handle Them
…so they won’t set up camp. Make sure to move your fake decoys around so the pigeons don’t realize they’re fake. Of course having pets outside by your garden work…