…resistance. Each farming operation will be different in their needs and what products may be best suited to address specific areas of concern. Smith explained that UPL has a host…
Produce That Can Be Stored in a Root Cellar
The produce that can be stored in a root cellar. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. House cellar is full with vegetables and preserved products for winter use….
Week in Review: Water Year Starts Strong But More Storms Needed, Newsom’s Budget Addresses Drought
Storm systems that came through California over the past few weeks will need to continue in order to offset the state’s water storage deficit. Governor Gavin Newsom has released his…
Progress Report Details Water Resilience Portfolio Implementation
…a comprehensive plan to address water challenges in California. The California Natural Resources Agency, California Environmental Protection Agency, and California Department of Food and Agriculture were tasked with developing the…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 01-14-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show goes over the pressing issues for lawmakers after returning to Washington, Farm Bureau’s perspective…
California Climate Hub Priorities Bolstered with USDA investment
…and USDA Climate Hubs partnerships. The investment is being made as part of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI). The University of California,…
FDA Holding Public Meetings on Proposed Changes to Produce Safety Rule
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be holding two virtual public meetings to go over the proposed changes some of the parameters of the Food Safety Modernization Act…
Species to Consider Tapping for a More Unique Spin on an Old Classic
The many trees you can tap for syrup to sweeten your favorite breakfast treats. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Although you definitely won’t get the traditional maple…
Expanded Conservation Opportunities Available From USDA
…to support producers in their work to address the climate crisis and build more resilient operations. We are continuously working to improve our programs to ensure we’re giving farmers and…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 01-13-22
…future discussions, shipping troubles are becoming more costly than the trade war with China and the new year brings a new funding cycle for the Farmer Veteran Coalition. Tune in…
Almond Update: Groundwater Recharge Guide Available to Growers
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has worked with other collaborators to develop a new resource for growers interested in groundwater recharge. Released at The Almond Conference 2021, the new…
California Farm Bureau Welcomes Budget Proposal
…resilience and response. California Farm Bureau welcomed the budget proposal. CFBF President Jamie Johansson said, “Governor Newsom’s budget is a good framework for this year’s budget discussions in that it proposes to…
Shipping Troubles More Costly for California Ag Than Trade War with China
…California agriculture because the retaliatory tariffs imposed by China and other countries,” said Carter. “But we found that these supply chain issues were more costly for California farmers than was…
Soak or Not Soak Seeds Before Planting is the Question
Whether you should or shouldn’t soak your seeds before planting them. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Pinterest image Should you soak seeds before putting them in the…