…also be effective in managing mealybug populations, but its use can present challenges for some growers. “It’s not being used as much by winegrape growers because of worries about residuals,…
Common Problems and Solutions for Growing Yams
…Growing Yams Some common problems when growing yams include: Yam Mosaic Disease. This causes lesions on the leaves in a mosaic pattern. The plant withers and looks weak. It can…
ASI Applauds EPA Label Approval for Sodium Cyanide
…it was the forty-fourth method for delivery tested. In states where it is licensed for use, sodium cyanide is responsible for more than 16 percent of coyote takes. Sodium cyanide…
Almond Update: Yearly Crop Estimates Explained
…them decide which reports fit their operation. Listen to Roseman’s full interview. Almond Update: Yearly Crop Estimates Explained Find more information about the session and see the full agenda at…
Federal Officials Begin to Crack Down on CBD Products
…by the FDA.” The use of CDB in products such as oil drops, creams, syrups, food products is relatively new, particularly the volume of products that are now available. The…
The California Kitchen: Brown Butter Blackened Rock Cod
…many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV and apple TV Follow Albert on: Facebook, LinkedIn: Albert…
How to Build Raised Garden Beds
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NCBA Seeks Clarity and Consistency in Beef Origin Labeling Practices
…voluntary country-of-origin labeling marketing claims should be verified through existing USDA framework that is market-based and respects international trade commitments. It is critically important that any changes not trigger retaliatory…
With Traceability Top of Mind, A Greater Push to Company-Specific UPCs in 2020
…more detailed information on packaged produce. Replacing generic identifiers with an individual, company-specific classification will allow retailers to differentiate between items in the same category and determine which items are…
NCBA Puts A New Spin on the Traditional Yule Log
…can be found on YouTube and the group has plans to use shorter versions in its digital marketing efforts on social media. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDHQMDNnoIY “Real beef’s great taste and ‘drool worthiness’…
Making a Quick Compost Using Autumn Leaves
…or “brown” component. Lastly, to create a compost pile, it is very important to pile it. Anything less than a cubic yard simply is not large enough to get to…
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Shareable Resources Were Just The Beginning, Part 2
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Dealing with the Dreaded Goat Head Weed
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Donations Help Fund Livestock Pens for Emergency Use
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