The Senate approval of the Growing Climate Solutions Act is being described as an “important step” for helping farmers and ranchers navigate carbon markets. The Growing Climate Solutions Act is…
HLB Mitigation Efforts Adding to Citrus Production Costs
…is not in the groves, the prevention costs – I don’t want to say they’re too onerous – but they are growing in California.” Listen to the radio report below….
Best Method to Change the Color of Your Hydrangeas
How to change the color of your Hydrangeas. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Heidelbergerin from Pixabay If purchasing a hydrangea for the first time and you…
Almond Shipments Staying Strong Despite Pandemic Challenges
…downturn during the pandemic. The sizable California almond crop that is expected could compound the issue of prices. Nevertheless, Jacobsen remains positive that prices will ultimately improve moving forward. “Hopefully,…
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Continues Forward Momentum
…Newsom’s desk soon.” CFBF has made wildfire insurance coverage a major priority after multiple years of record-setting fires in California. SB-11 would provide updates to the California Fair Access to…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 07-06-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a CAST report detailing how USDA can offer tools…
Intrepid Section 18 is Approved for Armyworm Control in 2021
Intrepid 2F has again been approved for Section 18 use in California rice fields. The product is an insect growth regulator with methoxyfenozide as its active ingredient. Rice producers have…
US Remains Global Leader in Pistachio Production and Exports
As global pistachio production continues to set new records, the U.S. continues to gain ground as a leader in the international market. A recent RaboResearch report shows that worldwide pistachio production reached…
Keeping the Vegetable Plants Cool in the Summer Heat
How to keep plants cool in the summer heat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When it comes to our vegetable garden, we tend to worry most about protecting…
High Priority Areas Identified for NRCS California Drought Assistance
…an appointment,” NRCS California state conservationist Carlos Suarez said in a news release. “Our field conservationists are available to assess your resource concerns and we have a variety of conservation…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 07-05-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a grower describing the struggles to find and keep…
Onion Diseases You May Encounter, and Dealing with Them
Onion diseases you may encounter, and how to deal with them. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. onion rust Pinterest If you plan to grow onions, you’ll likely deal…
Latest Developments with Proposition 1 Grant Programs
…Resources Control Board (State Water Board) will also be accepting applications for the Proposition 1 Groundwater Grant Program (GWGP). Californians passed the initiative back in 2014 with $900 million being…
Week in Review: ‘Extraordinarily Concerning’ Labor Market & New Guidelines for Winegrape Mechanization
The agricultural labor market is especially problematic this year, as other industries also struggle to find workers. California Fresh Fruit Association President Ian LeMay details the challenges that the fresh…