…farms and ranches that are simply struggling to survive right now.” The proposed California Farmworker COVID-19 Relief Package will include the following Acts: B 2915: Farmworker COVID-19 Health and Safety…
Best Shrubs for Containers for Garden Impact
…blaze of color in fall: Brandywine Vibernum, Pinky Winky Hydrangea, and Blues Festival St. John’s Wort. And don’t forget the pollinator friendly shrubs, such as the Deep Wine Weigela (why-GEE-luh)….
Permanent Smoke Regulation Imminent as Timeline Shortens
A permanent smoke regulation from the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) is moving forward and industry members have until May 21 to provide comments. The Cal/OSHA Standards Board…
Lawmakers Urge Governor Newsom to Reconsider Incidental Take Permit
…they can rely on water supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Given the serious health, safety, and economic concerns our constituents are facing due to the pandemic…the timing and judgement of…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-08-20
…soil health. We discuss the role of soil carbon in natural climate solutions and talk about the importance of agriculturists communicating with consumers about the food and farming industry. Tune…
On-Farm Trial Looks at Holistic Impact of Soil Health Practices
The first On-Farm Trial in California from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is looking at the collective impact soil health practices can have on orchard…
FDA Temporarily Suspends Routine Facility Inspections
…FDA will continue monitoring and responding to any public health emergencies related to FDA-regulated products. Other non-portable activities including certain lab activities and monitoring imported products will also continue. The…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 04-02-20
…discuss carbohydrate energy and its impacts on yield. Also in the show, AFBF’s focus on mental health awareness in rural America and the FCC designating $1 billion for precision agriculture….
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-01-20
…crisis, get an update on the Central Valley’s citrus bloom and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the FDA is allowing veterinarians to practice telemedicine to better assist animal health needs….
FDA Allows for Telemedicine to Meet Animal Health Needs
…health needs. FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn said that the move will allow for social distancing, while also ensuring that animals can receive the care they need from veterinary professionals. The…
N95 Masks: ‘Perfect Storm’ Brewing for Agriculture
…pesticide materials could be far outweighed once wildfire season begins in the coming months. The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) Standards Board recently approved an emergency regulation for…
Plants Most Vulnerable to Rust and How to Deal with it
…even without knowing it. Plants that are particularly susceptible to rust include: Roses Hollyhocks Snapdragons Daylilies Beans Tomatoes Corn Grasses Plants infected with rust likely won’t die, but their health…
Discovery of Plant Rust in Your Garden
…up on This Land of Ours. Discovery of Plant Rust in Your Garden Pear Rust Rust is an unattractive fungal disease that can stunt growth and reduce the healthfulness of…
State Department Addresses H-2A Issue with Interview Waivers
…“Acknowledging the critical role of immigrant farm laborers by expanding the number eligible for visas protects the public health while ensuring families continue to have access to a stable food…