…challenges presented by the coronavirus, CDFA extended the grant application deadline to Monday, April 27. The Dairy Digester Research and Development Program and the Alternative Manure Management Program are funded…
Grant Applications Being Accepted for Dairy Methane Reduction Programs
…dairy digesters, as well as the implementation of non-digester-based manure management practices which create a long-term reduction in methane emissions. The goal is to maximize environmental co-benefits on commercial dairy…
Caring for Tomatoes When Seeds Turn to Leaves
…This Land of Ours. Caring for Tomatoes When Seeds Turn to Leaves Once your tomato seedling has true leaves, it’s time to start feeding it. Any good liquid fertilizer can…
Making a Quick Compost Using Autumn Leaves
…manure, and coffee grinds -including the paper filter can all be tossed in. The ultimate goal is to have one-part green for every five-parts leaf, also known as the carbon…
CDFA Makes Selections for Climate Smart Agriculture Funding
…the funding support will provide important technical assistance to the applicants and awardees of CDFA’s Alternative Manure Management Program as well as the Healthy Soils Program. The type of assistance…
Preparing for The Next Round of Livestock Methane Reduction Funding
…a good idea to get started with the application process early. “Livestock agriculture has received $99 million in each of the last two years for methane reduction from manure and…
Homemade Pesticides That Really Work
…dishwashing liquid. Combine the garlic and mint in a food processor — bring 12 cups of water to boil, then add the mint, garlic, and pepper. Boil for a minute…
California Dairy Farmers on Track to Meet Methane Reduction Goal
…(DDRDP) and the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP). Collectively, the projects are expected to reduce GHG levels by nearly 790,00 metric tons on an annual basis. When also considering then…
Tips for Growing Baby Vegetables Successfully
…or organic liquid fertilizer to ensure your baby veggies stay healthy. Weed carefully without disturbing delicate plant roots. Protect from cold and wind. Offer shade in extreme heat. Buy in…
Transforming Compost into an Effective Liquid Fertilizer Tea
…Liquid Fertilizer Tea Store-bought liquid fertilizer can be expensive, especially if you have a lot of plants to feed. Fortunately, there’s a cost-effective, easy alternative you can brew up at…
Things You Shouldn’t Throw into the Compost Bin
…into the compost bin include: Dog and cat poop. Some manure is safe to add to your compost but not from our favorite furry four-legged friends. The waste often contains…
Sugar Beets Show Strong Potential as Livestock Feed
…that bode well for production on dairy farms. “Where soils have some salt issues or where salts have been built up over time through manure additions on farms, it will…
Dealing with Maggots in the Compost Pile
…include: Vegetable and fruit peelings, and scraps Thin plant prunings Tea bags Grass cuttings Leaves Cardboard egg containers Eggshells Coffee grounds Manure from cows, horses, goats, and chickens What Not…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-05-19
…moving into plant-based production and the CDF seeking comments on 2019 manure management. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist &…