Significant investment was recently made through the Small Business Innovation Research Program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is investing more…
Health Bite: Produce That Hydrates
…and nutrients. And with water in its name, you bet watermelon is a great fruit to eat in the summer. It’s 92 percent water. Other excellent choices are strawberries, cantaloupe…
Natural Pest Traps to Help Rid Unwanted Pests in an Organic Garden
Some natural pest traps to use in an organic garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Pinterest There are some homemade pest traps that will help you get rid…
The California Kitchen: Simple House Fried Rice
…prepare Simple House Fried Rice below. The California Kitchen: Simple House Fried Rice For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream…
Budget Revision Puts Surplus to Good Use for Agriculture
…resiliency, and economic recovery and high road job growth. “There’s an additional $70 million of investment for our Healthy Soils Program. There is a new investment, compared to the January…
4-H Virtual Code Camp Set to Begin on June 14
…to make it happen. There will two one-hour coding lessons each day of the camp and anyone interested in participating will have until May 24 to register. “The camp is for…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Spurring Grower Conversation
…to drive the almond industry forward. Well-known podcaster Tim Hammerich is hosting the Almond Journey and Williams said it’s spurring communication between producers. “It’s about facilitating growers-to-grower conversations,” he said….
The California Kitchen: Perfect Summer Chantilly Cream
…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 J….
Groundwater Accounting Platform to Become Available Statewide
…agencies will be working together on the project. The purpose is to assist water users to better manage available water supplies and implement more sustainable practices. Water users will have…
Pre-Harvest Testing Guidance to Bolster Leafy Greens Food Safety
…noted. The Pre-Harvest Testing guidance that was recently released is just one component of the industry-wide effort to prevent foodborne illness. Adjacent land use has been a point of emphasis…
Beating and Treating Common Grape Pests and Diseases
…to diseases in your area. If you do use pesticides or fungicides and it rains, respray. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Beating and Treating Common…
California Rice Acreage to Decline by One-Fifth Due to Drought
…this year,” Johnson noted. The decline in rice acreage not only affects production itself but impacts all of the conservation efforts undertaken by the industry. California rice fields play an…
Health Bite: It’s Smoothie Season
…a half cup. If calories or sugar content is a concern, it’s best to use mixed berries over things like banana or pineapple. For fat, choose between a serving of…
Some Things to Consider When Purchasing a Tractor
Some things to consider when purchasing a tractor for your homestead. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A tractor is an incredibly useful tool. But not all tractors…