…and its vector, ACP. CDFA will be contacting commercial citrus growers, nurseries and packinghouses in the quarantine area, with information about the new requirements for moving bulk citrus fruit. A…
Best Companion Plants When Planting Broccoli in the Garden
Vegetables growing in a garden including Broccoli, Rhubarb, Cabbage and Red Cabbage The best companion plants when planting broccoli in your home garden. That’s coming up on This Land of…
New USDA Reports Aimed at Increasing Cattle Market Transparency
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has begun producing two new USDA reports for the livestock industry. Beginning on August 9, industry members now have access to the new National…
Health Bite: Diet Myths
Over the years, bad advice and diet myths have thrown off track many people in pursuit of better health. Hi, I’m Rachel Eslick with your Ag Net West Health Bite….
Weedy Rice Workshop Provides Important Updates to Growers
The 2021 Weedy Rice Workshop in Yuba City provided industry members with some insight into the latest efforts to address the issue. Researchers and personnel from the California Rice Commission…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including staying vigilant for wildfire smoke symptoms amongst your employees…
Delicious and Nutritious Leafy Greens to Grow in the Home Garden
Some of most delicious and nutritious leafy greens to grow at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Leafy greens bring so much flavor to your table, why…
Industry Groups Urge Congressional Support for Climate-Smart Agriculture
A coalition of a dozen agricultural and conservation groups are encouraging lawmakers to broaden support for climate-smart agriculture. Last week a letter was sent by the coalition to the leadership…
Agricultural Overtime: ‘Nail in the Coffin’ for Sheep Industry
The agricultural overtime bill AB 1066 that was passed back in 2016 spells trouble for the sheep industry. The legislation is continuing to be phased in for large employers with…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-09-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering berries taking the top spot for fresh organic produce…
Citrus Producers Encouraged to Engage with Grower Liaisons
…commercial citrus growers to ensure California’s citrus industry is protected from HLB. As part of that effort, grower liaisons selected by the California Department of Food and Agriculture act as…
Companion Planting Improves Flavor, Yield, and Health of Onions
The best companion plants for onions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Experiment with companion planting for onions to improve the flavor, yield, and health of your garden-grown…
Secretary Vilsack Talks Drought, Trade, and Labor at Fresno County Farm
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited California this week, meeting with growers, industry groups, and state officials to learn about the challenges facing agriculture. During his stop at Terranova Ranch…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 08-06-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Monterey strawberry production hitting the highest value ever in…