…fire risk. Believe it or not, there are plenty of plants that have natural fire resistance. There are also plants more prone to burning. Protect your property perimeter by planting…
State Officials Move to Circumvent Federal Plans for California Water
…in-line with the California Endangered Species Act, which goes beyond provisions of the federal act. DWR will be developing an application for a permit from CDFW under the California Environmental…
Farm Bureau Calls for Improvements to Ag Labor Bill
(AFBF) — The following statement may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “Legislation advanced by the House Judiciary Committee falls short of a long-term solution to…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-21-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering rural broadband opportunities for California, overcoming climate challenges in…
Almond Matters: Getting Started on Winter Annual Weeds
…terms of material and labor. Significant weed pressure can also impact tree growth. “The timing of early weed control, or early preemergent weed control, is critical because so many of…
Preparing for the Effects of Climate Change in Agriculture
…consider the crop varieties that are being planted. “You really need to know ‘do I have the best possible plant material given the current environment that I’m growing in.’ Then,…
Almond Update: Sustainability Goals One Year Later
The Almond Board of California announced aggressive sustainability goals for the industry last December. Next month’s 2019 Almond Conference will mark one year into work to achieve those goals. Almond Board of California’s…
Things You Can Repurpose as Planters
…is a colander. They can be filled with matting and used as hanging planters or a tabletop decoration. Old wooden Pallets make awesome vertical planters. Or, picnic baskets lined with…
Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Rises Only a Penny
…remained unchanged since 1986 to allow for consistent price comparisons. Follow AFBF on social media: Twitter, @FarmBureau; Facebook, @AmericanFarmBureau; and Instagram, @AmericanFarmBureau. Source: American Farm Bureau Federation Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
Agricultural Immigration Bill Moves Forward
…Johansson welcomed today’s action by the House Judiciary Committee on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019. The committee approved the bill by voice vote, ahead of an expected final…
The California Kitchen: Cranberry Gele
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Cranberry Gele with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 pounds fresh Cranberries One Qt Orange…
Murky CBD Oil Regulation Complicating Hemp Production
…any substantial enforcement action on their production. Many growers are anxiously awaiting more clarity on the issue of CBD oil and how that will affect the evaluation of potential crop…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 11-20-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the origin of the Livestock Rule, educational opportunities for…
Preparing for New Labor Laws Coming in Less than 50 Days
…more than 800 new bills into law during the last legislative session, with several new laws having a direct impact on agricultural employers. The deadline to file harassment and retaliation…