…in the form of ethanol. The investment is already proving worthwhile for our growers.” California is the largest E85 market in the country and should reach 50 million gallons this…
Some of the Biggest Benefits of Growing Zucchini Vertically
How to grow Zucchini vertically. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. One of the biggest benefits of growing Zucchini vertically, is that it makes it much easier to…
Health Bite: Diet Myths Part Two
If nutrition advice seems ever-changing and contradictory, that’s because it is. Hi, I’m Rachel Eslick with your Ag Net West Health Bite. Remember when fat was bad, then 30 years…
USDA Offers New Insurance Option for Split-Apply Nitrogen
…as well as help runoff or leaching of nutrients into waterways and groundwater. This is because it’s used in more targeted amounts over multiple applications, rather than one large application….
Ventura County Women In Ag
…just production agriculture, which is why in addition to highlighting the top commodities, the county’s report is also focusing on the contribution of the hardworking women in the industry. “We…
Development of A Statewide Pesticide Notification System Moves Forward
…kick in? Is it all chemicals? Is it just restricted-use chemicals? Should it apply to any type of application?” Isom explained. “Is it ground rig, or is it only aerial…
House Ag Democrats Express Concern Regarding Biotech Trade Barriers
…its intended use. However, the letter states, “nearly a year and a half into the two-year agreement, timelines for product approvals for import still average more than seven years.” Meanwhile,…
Vermicomposting Bin Can Be Good for Your Garden
…used in your garden. You can maintain a vermicomposting bin in a space as small as the cupboard under your kitchen sink! Like regular composting, it involves making a pile…
USDA Seeking Comments on Labeling Meat Derived from Animal Cells
…an advance notice of proposed rulemaking to solicit comments. FSIS will use the comments to create future regulatory requirements for labeling the food products. In March of 2019, USDA and…
September Chores for Getting the Garden Winter-Ready
…use in recipes. Speaking of cooking, it’s time to clean the grill. Even if you use the grill all year long, September is a good time to clean the grates…
MSOB: Making Informed Choices About Biological Approaches
…is an insecticide, fungicide, biostimulant, and super-surfactant; containing only seven plant-based ingredients. PureCrop1 is naturally safe for the planet, humans, animals, and even beneficial insects. For more information, visit PureCrop1.com….
The California Kitchen: Untamed Salsa 101
…Listen to Albert prepare Untamed Salsa 101 below. The California Kitchen: Untamed Salsa 101 For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or…
Biomass Collaborative to Flesh Out Ag Burning Alternatives
…for dealing with biomass can be numerous. “We’ve heard everything from CEQA, to just capital costs, to other environmental concerns, maybe its water use, you name it,” said Isom. “Our…
The Western View: September is California Wine Month
…in 1919, Prohibition stopped it in its tracks. Prohibition ended in 1933, but the wine industry was slow to recover. After the Korean war, it began to expand and finally…