…produce will be ebb and flow. Tend your garden indoors as you would if it was outside. Remove dead or fallen leaves, consider fertilizing, and don’t overwater. I’m Cathy Isom……
Canada and Mexico Working to Strengthen Trade Ties
…supply chain. In the meantime, officials from all three NAFTA countries are gathering in Washington, D.C., this week for a week of discussions in between formal rounds of negotiations. From…
House Agriculture Committee Launches Farm Bill Landing Page
…current website, https://agriculture.house.gov/farmbill. This landing page is designed to provide updates and information related to the 2018 Farm Bill. Following its launch, Chairman Conaway offered the below remarks: “I’m committed…
Secretary Perdue Welcomes WTO Statement on MRLs
…Ministerial Conference in Buenos Aires: “The U.S. Department of Agriculture applauds the joint statement on pesticide MRLs issued this week at the WTO ministerial in Buenos Aires. The 17 signatory…
Bringing Space Technology to Water Needs in California Vineyards
…use by allowing the grower to identify specific vineyard areas that are under stress and need irrigation. Gallo owns and operates 25,000 acres of vineyards in California and contracts with…
Crown Gall Surgery Effective but Labor Intensive
…you just cut a giant injury in that tree, if you cover it back over again with soil, you’ve just reinfected it,” noted Lightle. The rootstock used by the majority…
Environmentally Friendly Ways to Eliminate Plastic
…plastic tupperware. Choose fresh whole foods instead of foods wrapped in plastic. In the kitchen, opt for metal or biodegradable silverware. Bamboo or porcelain plates. For babies, use glass bottles…
Monsanto Offering Incentive for XtendiMax with VaporGrip Herbicide
Monsanto is offering an incentive for U.S. farmers who buy a dicamba-based herbicide. The incentive to use XtendiMax with VaporGrip could refund farmers over half the sticker price of the…
McKinney: Farmers Need NAFTA Backup Plan
…crop and livestock producers to look at some contingencies in the event the U.S. were to exit the 23-year-old trade agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Celebrating National Poinsettia Day
…of sales. Celebrate National Poinsettia Day by filling your home and front porch or patio with these beautiful seasonal plants. Use #NationalPoinsettiaDay to post on social media. I’m Cathy Isom……
Antibiotic Use in Livestock Drops
…the progress is heavily influenced by the changes already made in the chicken industry, but also says the beef and pork industries are lagging behind. From the National Association of…
Coalition Wants Injunction Against CA Glyphosate-Label Requirement
…glyphosate, such as commodities. NAWG President Gordon Stoner says the requirement will immediately cause irreparable harm to farmers and the national economy. “We’re asking the court for an injunction to…
APHIS Wildlife Services to Begin Field Trials on Feral Swine Toxic Bait
…bacon. When eaten in high doses over a short period of time, it is toxic to feral swine. The mode of death is similar to carbon monoxide poisoning. Once enough…
Christmas Tree Buying Tips
…it will fit easily into the tree stand. If you want to make a Christmas tree last longer, no need for fancy concoctions, just use plain water. I’m Cathy Isom……