…the signing of an executive order. “That executive order specifically will lay out a framework to encourage voluntary water conservation efforts in the state of California,” Newsom stated. Newsom said…
Determination Finally Issued for QIP Referendum After Close Vote
…program, did not come through by less than a percent. Those voting to oppose the change came in at 50.75 percent, compared to those voting in favor of changing the…
Annual Santa Maria Strawberry Field Day to be Virtual Again This Year
…mite management. A total of three DPR and 3.5 CCA education units have been approved for the virtual field day. Registration information and a detailed agenda is available online. Listen to the…
Dealing with Aggressive, Destructive, Japanese Beetles
…down grubs and kill them. Buy them through a company that specializes in selling beneficial insects. Apply in early fall and/or spring. Birds will also feast on Japanese beetles. Provide…
Biden to Address Meat Industry Concerns with Executive Order
President Joe Biden is expected to issue an executive order (EO) that seeks to address multiple concerns for the meat industry. The EO is intended to increase competition within agriculture…
Crabapples Might be Worth Growing at Home
…Video: Crab Apples facts & history by Wholesome Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOS23IsILCg Crab apples are one of the ancestors of the cultivated apple of which there are more than 6,000 varieties, it…
The California Kitchen: Perfectly Seared Bluefin Tuna
…California Kitchen: Perfectly Seared Bluefin Tuna For this and 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,…
Best Method to Change the Color of Your Hydrangeas
…are grown in. If you prefer one color over the other, acidic soil with a pH below 6.0 will promote blue blooms, while alkaline soil, with a pH above 6.0,…
VofV: Global Agricultural Issues Require Global Solutions
…out more at WGA.com. For decades, Peter Wren-Hilton has supported initiatives to address the impact of burgeoning threats on farmers and growers across the globe. In this episode of Voices…
Sheep Industry Input Needed to Update Targeted Grazing Handbook
…for the practice. ASI is encouraging participation from those involved in targeted grazing in order to provide the most comprehensive resource as possible. Information provided as part of the ongoing survey can…
MSOB: Biological Protection for Grapevine Trunk Disease
…bad guys. The function of the Trichoderma-based is competition,” said Eskalen. “The beneficial bacteria works a little bit different than the Trichoderma-based fungal products…these bacteria also produce a secondary metabolite….
July 4th Cookout Cost Stable Compared to Year Ago
…$1.66 (up 6%) · 2.5 pounds of homemade potato salad, $2.75 (up 3%) · 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, $6.74 (up 1%) · 32 ounces of pork &…
Health Bite: Protein and Fat Loss
Fitness buffs have long considered protein as the king of all macronutrients. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Hi, I’m Rachel Eslick with your AgNet West Health Bite and today we’re…
Ag Groups Make Recommendations for Strengthening Food Supply Chain
…(USDA) request for comment. Agricultural organizations have comments on how to move forward with the Supply Chains for the Production of Agricultural Commodities and Food Products notice. “We’re grateful USDA…