…an expectation that the positive momentum will continue. “I think with these generations being more in tune with the nutritional value of organic and also the environmental impact of organic,…
Ways to Make Autumn Leaves Work for the Garden
…and are a great fertilizer for your lawn. You could leave your leaves for many pollinators that rely on leaf matter for warmth and protection during harsh winters. Animals such…
Easy to Grow Medicinal Must-Have Plant for the Garden
…tincture to combat depression for thousands of years. When used topically, it’s surprisingly good for speeding wound healing, alleviating pain from burns and scrapes, and rejuvenating the skin. This sweet…
Dairy Margin Coverage Available, with New Program Expansion
…February 18, 2022. The program has been expanded to provide dairy producers with more coverage, allowing for enrollment for supplemental protection. Adjustments were also recently made to feed cost calculations…
Almond Matters: Addressing Marestail and Fleabane in Orchards
…I know you do, I saw some yesterday.” Growers typically make applications of preemergent materials sometime in the fall before Thanksgiving, to provide protection against weeds getting established. With weeds…
Challenges When Caring for Livestock in the Winter Time
How to care for Livestock in the winter time. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Winter can present challenges when caring for livestock, when it comes to protection,…
Hemp Producers Get Support With Improved Crop Insurance
In response to feedback received from the producers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving crop insurance for hemp. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is strengthening the hemp crop…
USDA Announces Agricultural Outlook Forum Theme and Program
…Sustainability and Productivity Growth,” and the program will focus on innovations to minimize the environmental footprint of agriculture and ensure sustainability while improving crop yields. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says,…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
…California Walnut Commission The California Walnut Commission, established in 1987, is funded by mandatory assessments of the growers. The Commission is an agency of the State of California that works…
New Micro Farm Policy Available from USDA
…Management Agency (RMA). “The Risk Management Agency values collaboration and feedback from our customers, and Micro Farm is one way we’re responding to producers’ needs.” Micro Farm is offered through…
Beautiful Shrubs to Add Colorful Winter Interest to the Garden
…that bloom from late fall to early spring. The stunning appearance and sweet fragrance of Winter Daphne can snap you out of the winter doldrums. Plant it close to an…
Week in Review: Second Chances with USDA Programs, Build Back Better Moves Forward
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) allows producers and rural communities to make a second effort in applying for assistance. Ag groups are reacting to the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed…
Aubrey Bettencourt Takes Over as Almond Alliance of California President
…Director of the USDA Farm Service Agency, she fought to keep ‘farmers farming’ through the delivery of effective and efficient agricultural programs. Serving as Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Water…
Getting a Second Chance With USDA Programs
…producers is critical for ensuring that USDA is responding to localized issues. “It’s a really important process for the producer to be engaged in, in order to make the agency…
