…over your garden, check your soil. Adding fertilizer without knowing the nutrient composition of your soil may lead to over-fertilizing, which is wasteful and may cause growth issues. The biggest tip…
USDA Offers Producers Options to Re-enroll or Extend Expiring CRP Contracts
…CRP runs from June 3 to August 23. “Agricultural producers with expiring CRP contracts have set aside land to reduce soil erosion, improve water quality, provide habitat for wildlife and…
217 Projects Receive Nearly $13 Million in Healthy Soils Grants
…said in a press release. “Soil health is key to agricultural productivity and food security. Capturing atmospheric carbon and storing it in the soil enhances soil health for climate change…
Plants That Enrich Your Garden Soil
…soil and soil life. Not only that, certain plants can perform many other duties, such as adding organic matter to the soil, preventing erosion, and breaking up compacted clays. There…
The Fuss-Free Herb to Grow in Your Garden
…Strawberries. Sage hates wet feet so don’t over water. The plant will tolerate dry conditions, so water deeply once a week or so, allowing the soil around the plant to…
Pierce’s Disease and GWSS: A Deadly Combo for Grapes
…said the southern coastal area he used to oversee is perfect for grape production, but it isn’t feasible. “In Ventura County, for instance, they have great soil, great climate and they…
USDA Opens Signup for National Conservation Innovation Grants
…Trial (SHD) component of On-Farm Trials focuses exclusively on implementation of conservation practices and systems that improve soil health. Eligible entities receiving SHD awards agree to follow consistent soil health…
Unseasonable Rains Contribute to Weed Control Issues
…are using buried drip,” said Lynn Sosnoskie, UC Cooperative Extension Weed Science Advisor in Merced County. “The cool temperatures and the wet soil are probably also going to impact crop…
Tricolored Blackbirds Part of Dairy’s Conservation Story
…to NRCS. In a recent release, NRCS stated “The last population estimate was done in 2017 when there were 178,000 birds. If the population is of a similar size this…
Conservation Reserve Program Sign Ups Begin in June
…said in a news release. “CRP allows agricultural producers to set aside land to reduce soil erosion, improve water quality, provide habitat for wildlife and boost soil health.” Fordyce also…
NRCS Accepting Proposals for On-Farm Trials
Proposals for the new On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials (On-Farm Trials) program from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will be accepted through July 15. The additional sub-program was created by…
Grow the Vegetable that Adds Heat to Cooking
…when soil is 60°F. Chilies also grow well in tubs on a sunny, sheltered balcony. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute April 3, 2024 Fungicide Resistance Management…
How Sunflowers Provide a Helping Hand
…easy growing and can thrive in just about any type of soil. When planted about six inches apart, will supply a living fence around the garden or even between beds….
Pilot Program for U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Coming in June
…“Those goals ranged from greenhouse gas emissions to soil loss, to water usage, energy usage, soil carbon,” Burton noted. The industry also hopes to reduce the amount of land necessary…