…of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 11, with proper care. The trees produce fragrant light pink flowers in spring and early summer, and the glossy green leaves provide year-round…
‘Critically Important’ Farm Workforce Bill Receives House Approval
The Farm Workforce Modernization Act has been approved by the U.S. House of Representatives through a vote of 247-174. Advocates of the bill are hopeful that the Senate will begin…
The California Kitchen: Al Pastor Pork
Al Pastor Pork In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Al Pastor Pork with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 Lbs Pork…
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
A group of bipartisan lawmakers is pushing for more to be done about the continued container shortages at American ports. The group expressed its concern in a letter to Michael…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-19-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the ‘hit and miss’ progress of farm employee vaccinations,…
Vaccinating the CA Farm Labor Population Has Been ‘Hit or Miss’
Under California’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, the state has opened up Phase 1B. Individuals 65 and older, as well as three sector populations including education and childcare, emergency services, and…
Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has designated 50 counties in California as being primary natural disaster areas because of recent drought conditions. In a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom, Secretary…
USDA Makes Additional Funding Available for Value-Added Produce Grant Program
…Appropriations Act of 2021. The grant funding is intended to support farmers and ranchers that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. With another $35 million dollars in additional funding…
Some of the Best Tricks to Use for Cleaning Houseplants
…other debris, such as pet dander and spider webs. While we may remember to water our plants, we may not always remember to clean them. For plants with hardy, shiny leaves,…
Comment Period for Regulating Animal Biotech Reopened by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reopened the comment period for shifting regulatory authority pertaining to animal biotech. Initially, the comment period expired on February 26. USDA will now…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-18-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including why the impacts of methane on the climate might…
Almond Update: Mexico, A Surprisingly Primed Market for Almond Growth
Mexico isn’t viewed as a major market for California almonds but the region is primed for exponential growth according to the Almond Board of California. North American Marketing Manager Becky…
The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley!
…bought Hillcrest in 1992. Sean became a pilot for United Airlines while Melissa ran the farm, but Sean’s big plan was to start his own railroad. They set up the…
Proper Lighting for Houseplants Crucial for Livelihood
Proper lighting for your house plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Photo by vadim kaipov on Unsplash Proper lighting for your house plants is crucial to their livelihood. And,…