…to promote the fact that farmers have biosecurity practices in place to make sure that they are taking proper care of their animals. Solis added, “[farmers] have animal health protocols…
Lawn Care Tasks Needing to Be Done for Springtime Care
…roots to dig for water. That’s a good thing, as a deeper root system promotes healthier grass. You should also punch holes in the grass. Aeration is important especially if you’re…
Almond Matters: Recent Rains Bring Fungal Pathogen Concerns
…that crops health and viability as it starts to grow.” While a preventative treatment is ideal, there is still time for growers to address disease concerns in the orchard. It…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…proclamation. “America’s agriculture sector safeguards our Nation’s lands through sustainable management; ensures the health and safety of animals, plants, and people; provides a safe and abundant food supply; and facilitates…
Tree that Grows and Provides Healthy Nuts for a Lifetime
…them 40 feet tall! Macadamia nuts are calorie-rich that are high in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. They’re also linked to several benefits, including improved digestion, heart health, weight management,…
Vaccinating the CA Farm Labor Population Has Been ‘Hit or Miss’
…like they want to just take all of the decisions about and the allocation of vaccines out of the hands of the local departments of public health and turn it over to…
Almond Update: Mexico, A Surprisingly Primed Market for Almond Growth
…Jeffers presented at the virtual Almond Conference in December and said their relatively new strategies in Mexico focus on health qualities for urban professionals. That demographic represents 31 percent of the total population…
Senate Hearing Highlights Role of Ag in Mitigating Climate Change
…helping producers cut down on their emissions and pull carbon out of the air and store it in the soil, roots, and trees. The foundation of this vision is the…
Golden State Dairy Management Webinars Coming Up March 25
…gamut of dairy topics. We have a session on nutrition, animal management and health, crop production, and then priority nitrate management zones.” Listen to the radio report below. Golden State…
Maintaining Three Main “Food Groups” for Healthy Plants
The best food for your house plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. To keep your plants happy and healthy, you must remember to feed them. And, the…
Knowing How You Can Grow a Real Star in the Kitchen
…to plant fennel is in the spring as soon as the soil is warm enough in a location with full sunlight, at least six hours of direct sun each day….
Supercharge Raised Gardening Beds with Keyhole Gardening
…with garden soil; compostable materials such as cardboard, newspaper, grass clippings, coffee grounds, and other kitchen scraps, and manure; or a combination of the two. If you use layers of…
Tips for Starting Vegetable and Flower Seeds Indoors
…container and choosing the right soil that’s made for seed-starting is also important. When planting multiple seeds, be sure to label them. Also, keep seeds covered during the germination process…
Almond Update: Domestic Marketing Targets Millennial Snacking, Eyes Oat Milk
…approach to almond health benefits, humor in advertising and more. Freeman said they are also closely watching the rise of oat milk among consumers and its impact on the almond…