This episode of the Making Sense of Biologicals program looks at a case study on control of botrytis in strawberry production. UC Cooperative Extension Entomology and Biologics Advisor Dr. Surendra…
Stopping a Cute Critter from Wreaking Havoc in Your Garden
…peaches, and strawberries. Raccoons are also attracted to pet food, bird feeders, and smelly trash cans. One sure fire way to keep them out is by making your space less…
The California Kitchen: Strawberry Citrus Sorbet Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Strawberry Citrus Sorbet Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 LB Strawberries 1 C…
How to Protect Your Garden from Hungry Birds
Your This Land of Ours program today has Cathy Isom filling you in about how to protect your garden from hungry birds. Strawberries bed covered with protective mesh from birds….
Increase Your Harvest Using Your Own Hands
…lacking in their area. Some plants that might need a lending hand from you, include egg plants, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, beans, strawberries, melons, and zucchinis, just to name a few….
The California Kitchen: Strawberry Sorbet 2020
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Strawberry Sorbet 2020 with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 Lbs Fresh Strawberries TT Sugar…
Foods That Will Happily Grow on a Balcony
…plants. Strawberries and blueberries thrive in a compact setting and work really well in hanging baskets. Leaf lettuces do very well in containers and don’t require much space or soil…
More USDA Section 32 Plans on Buying $470 Million in Food
…products, $50 million in turkey products, $50 million in potatoes, and $35 million worth of strawberries. USDA will also be purchasing $30 million in pork, chicken and catfish products. A…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…has already made great strides in reducing their water use over the years. “The great news about strawberries is they do use drip irrigation; they’ve been using that for decades. …
DPR Takes Enforcement Action on Coastal Grower
…on strawberries during a routine inspection last September in Fresno. DPR Director Val Dolcini said in a release, “This action will serve as a strong deterrent to anyone who violates…
Survey Suggests Substantial Strawberry Production for 2020
…more than 34,000 acres of strawberries is expected for the coming year. Barring any type of atypical weather conditions, strawberry volume in California is expected to hit record levels in…
New ARS Strawberry is a ‘Keepsake’
A new strawberry cultivar, Keepsake, is the first resulting from an increased effort by the Agricultural Research Service to develop strawberries with improved shelf life. (USDA/ARS) — A new strawberry…
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…
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,…