…program. The amendment was added to the Fiscal Year 2022 Homeland Security Appropriations Act. It remains unknown if the amendment will make it into the final version of the bill….
Bats are Nocturnal Creatures Providing Natural Pollination and Pest Control
…bird bath, or landscaped water garden. And, shelter. Such as a bat box, or dead trees. In addition to food and shelter, it is important to reduce the use of pesticides…
UC Davis Receives $6 Million to Promote Safe Pesticide Use
…with their communities. Information developed under the PERC program has been well received. More than 75,000 PERC resources were accessed online in 2020. Videos, pamphlets, and multilingual manuals were among…
Tropical and Exotic Plants to Keep Your Property Private
…which makes it expensive. Always a favorite! Pinterest image If you’re looking for something a little different, consider a palm tree. A lot of people use palms in their yard for…
Emergency Procedures Authorized to Provide Crop Insurance Flexibilities
…ranchers should get in contact with their insurance carrier the moment damage is observed. Insurance companies will still be afforded the chance to inspect the crop before acreage is dedicated…
The California Kitchen: Butter Basted Black Cod
…Butter Basted Black Cod below. The California Kitchen: Butter Basted Black Cod For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it…
Almond Matters: Heatwave Exacerbating Pest Problems
…reproduction in orchards. Burkdoll suggests that growers addressing mite populations also use the opportunity to also combat navel orangeworm. “As we get closer to harvest, you need to keep in…
Tips for Removing Deep Rooted Shrubs from the Garden
…use it sparingly and wear protective gear. Root killer is systemic and needs time to work. Its best suited for invasive species and works especially well in warm climates, where…
Health Bite: Gas Station Finds
…oranges. And others may have grapes or cut-up melons in a cup. It’s best to go with fresh produce rather than dried fruit. Fresh produce is full of water. Meanwhile,…
Small Space Gardening Doesn’t Have to Be a Struggle
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Efforts to Understand Nutrient Composition of Vacuumed Manure
Researchers are looking to better understand the nutrient composition of vacuumed manure on dairy farms. The use of manure vacuums has become more common in recent years due to the…
Suggestions for Squeezing a Garden onto a Small Deck or Patio
…up a wooden ladder in bright pastel colors and then adorn it with a variety of pretty pots and planters. A pocket planter is another idea. With one, three or…
Drought Emergency Declared in Nine More California Counties
…partners to be efficient and effective in terms of moving to address issues in real-time. In essence, clearing away a lot of the hurdles,” said Newsom. “This fundamental proclamation just…
Annual Santa Maria Strawberry Field Day to be Virtual Again This Year
…multispectral imaging in strawberry monitoring. University of Florida Professor of Agricultural and Biological Engineering Daniel Lee will also be discussing the use of artificial intelligence for yield prediction and spider…