…compared those temperature ranges with the temperatures that crops can grow at and determined when the temperatures would be appropriate for the crops for enough months in a row for…
USDA Revises Conservation Provisions for Highly Erodible Lands and Wetlands
…how determinations are made to classify land as highly erodible or wetland. The finalization of the rule incorporates public comments made following an interim rule that was published in December…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-03-20
…for CFAP and find out how NIFA is working to invest in the advancement of AI research. Also, in today’s show is this week’s Almond Update going over how to…
USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Wildfires
…sure to contact your local FSA office to timely report all damages and losses.” USDA encourages farmers and livestock producers to contact the FSA county office at the local USDA…
Almond Update: Maximizing Returns With Proper Moisture Content
Moisture levels in almond crop loads can cause several issues. Levels too high can cause exports to be rejected at ports. Moisture can lead to an increase in aflatoxins and…
How Much Light Do Your Orchids Require?
…with some filtering (a sheer curtain), you can sometimes make them work. I wouldn’t recommend try a north-facing window, because they’re usually just too dim for orchids to succeed. If…
California Table Grapes: ‘The Season is Going Well’
Courtesy: California Table Grape Commission The season is in full swing for California table grapes and things appear to be going well. After an April estimate of 106.5 million 19-pound…
Producers Optimistic for Pumpkin Demand Heading into Fall
…this year. However, as other commodities have seen increases in retail sales, the same opportunity is there for pumpkin sales. Pumpkin demand may remain as strong or stronger compared to…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-02-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the DFA efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by…
The California Kitchen: Sweet Potato Au Gratin
…Sweet Potato Au Gratin 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, and Apple…
Proper Way to Fertilize Your Orchids
…under-fertilize than over-fertilize. Also, make sure the potting mix is a little damp before fertilizing because it can burn the roots if they’re completely dry. Coffee grounds are an excellent…
Potato Varieties Showing Promise in Kern County Trials
Several potato varieties have shown promise in the Kern County Potato Variety Trial. The overall project consists of the Southwest Regional Trial, the Kern County Variety Trial, and the Observational…
Making Sense of Biologicals: Plant-Based Biopesticides and Concentration Complexities
…made possible by PureCrop1, an all-organic formula for ‘When you just want one tool that does it all.’ PureCrop1 is an insecticide, fungicide, biostimulant, and super-surfactant; containing only seven plant-based…
USDA Extends Free Meal Programs for Children Through End of Year
…complications caused by COVID-19. “As our nation reopens and people return to work, it remains critical our children continue to receive safe, healthy, and nutritious food. During the COVID-19 pandemic,…