The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a new online resource available aimed at providing additional science-education. The new AgLab tool from USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is now available…
A Few Tips and Tricks for Growing the Tastiest Tomatoes
…Pick tomatoes when you’re ready for them, avoid letting them get soft and mushy. Tomatoes picked at the breaker stage, when they first show signs of changing color, are considered…
Global Beef Industry Has Potential to Reduce Emission Levels by Half
…in Brazil, the U.S., Canada, Asia, Latin America, and Australia. Twelve different strategies for addressing emission levels in the global beef industry were assessed as part of the study. Brazil…
Perennial Plant to Grow that Keeps on Giving and Giving
…numerous other conditions, including acne, eye problems, kidney stones, and hemorrhoids. The best thing about chaya is that it provides produce year-round and is quite a simple plant to grow….
Ag Innovation Challenge from Farm Bureau Accepting Applications
…a news release. “Now, more than ever, we need creative solutions from entrepreneurs to help our farmers, ranchers and rural communities thrive.” A total of 10 startup companies will be…
More Money: CFAP 2 is Back Open
…December 2020. Some of the commodities that are eligible for CFAP 2 assistance include livestock, specialty crops, row crops, dairy, and nursery crops. Information about producer eligibility as well as…
How to Help in the Fight Against Destructive Pest
How to help in the fight against destructive pests that threaten the nation’s food supply, forests, and natural resources. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. False codling moth is…
MSOB: Endophytes Act as ‘Vaccine’ in Carrot Study
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Explorer Course Being Offered by Center for Land Based Learning
…how to put those together. There’s also some basic production, soil science, irrigation science, etcetera,” said CLBL CEO Mary Kimball. “If one of those timeframes works and you’re interested in…
Spotting, Stopping, and Prevent Some Destructive Pests
How to spot, stop, and prevent some destructive pests in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Armyworms are pesky pests that eat grass, vegetables, and ornamentals,…
The California Kitchen: Flame Roasted Orange Duck Breast
…Flame Roasted Orange Duck Breast below. The California Kitchen: Flame Roasted Orange Duck Breast For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or…
Pest Management Workgroup Seeks Sustainable Alternatives to Pesticides
…farmers, community members, university researchers, representatives from the pesticide industry, commodity groups, etcetera. The new workgroup will help identify practices, protocols, and tools to make the shift to safe pest…
Floor Options to Consider for Your Chicken Coop
…chicken coop raises health, sanitation, and budgetary concerns. Some common materials to consider include concrete, plywood, wooden floors, vinyl, and rubber mats. A wire is another option, but probably the…
Conservation Innovation Grant Proposals Being Accepted by NRCS
…projects. CIG projects take innovative approaches to improve water quality, soil health, and wildlife habitat. The program is designed to promote the implementation of innovative conservation practices on agricultural, forest…