…of Ours. Growing Bay in Your Garden Of all the herbs in the world, bay should be in every garden. Not just because it’s delicious, but also because the plants…
Dairy Producers Previously Enrolled in the Livestock Gross Margin Program Now Eligible for 2018 Margin Protection Program
Retroactive Enrollment Begins March 25 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that dairy producers who elected to participate in the Livestock Gross Margin for Dairy Cattle Program (LGM-Dairy) now…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-22-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how southern California rain is setting up growers for…
Tulare County HS Students Take Part in Farm Bureau Action
…a great opportunity for students to understand what Farm Bureau and Sacramento are all about and how they connect. Young Leaders Sneak Peek at a Farm Bureau in Action Danielle…
Rare Southern California Rain Sets Up Avocados
Southern California coastal growing areas usually see little of the winter and early spring rainfall in the state, but not this year. California Avocado Commission President Tom Bellamore agreed with…
Voicing Cotton Concerns in Farm Bill Implementation
Progress is continuing to be made as the 2018 Farm Bill moves further toward implementation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is holding a series of listening sessions to garner…
Growing Ginger for Food and Medicinal Purposes
…and partial shade. Ginger does not winter well so ensure any risk of frost is over or plant in containers if you aren’t sure. Once planted, ginger requires about seven…
Second Verdict Against Roundup Weed Killer Issued
…“The decision in phase one of this trial has no impact on future cases and trials because each one has its own factual and legal circumstances. We have great sympathy…
Almond Matters: Agricultural Education Provides Increased Ag Appreciation
…about where food and fiber come from. Using agriculture as part of lesson plans can also help students better retain information and increase interest in agricultural sciences. “As our population,…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-21-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering record-breaking attendance for the IOCV/ IRCHLB conference, why a…
Almond Update: Trust, Honesty, Partnerships Key in Sustainability Messaging
Sustainability is now part of the conversation in every step of the food chain. Almond Board of California’s Director for the European Region and Global Public Relations Dariella Roffe-Rackind said…
Tips for Growing Raspberries
…destroying your plants. Most varieties will only fruit during the second summer after planting—approximately 16-18 months. Prune back woody second year canes after berries have grown, and avoid pruning the…
New Olive Contracts Being Offered to Offset Damage from Cancelations
…Felix Musco said in a press release. “Additionally, while preference will be given to those growers who commit to planting mechanically harvestable acreage, we will also offer a one-year contract…
Lawmakers Demand Inclusion of Ag in EU Trade Deal
…last year. This is not because European consumers do not want American products. It is because EU tariffs and non-science-based regulations deny consumers a choice,” the letter noted. About the…