Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering more funding for producers through CFAP 2.0, the development…
First Giant Hornet Nest of 2021 Found in Washington State
Agriculture officials found the first giant hornet nest of 2021 last week in Washington state. The nest, located near Blaine, Washington, is about a quarter-mile away from the first reported…
Some of the Many Ways to Increase Your Eggplant Harvest
Some ways to increase your eggplant harvest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are many ways to increase your eggplant harvest and grow huge plants. Avoid planting…
CRP Acreage Falls Short of Goal at Just Under Three Million Acres
…about 4 million acres below the enrollment target. The CRP benefits for producers, sportsmen, wildlife, conservation and climate are numerous and well documented. We cannot afford to let them to…
Overall Bankruptcy Rates Dropping
Despite challenges from COVID-19 and bad weather, higher commodity prices and government support have finally turned the tide around on year-over-year increases in Chapter 12 bankruptcies. The American Farm Bureau…
Propane Prices Heading Higher
…no reason for prices to go lower. If U.S. LP producers can make more money overseas than they can domestically, their first option will be to sell their product on…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-24-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the biological approach to fighting Grapevine Trunk Disease infection,…
Study Finds Genetics Rather Than Environment Are Source of THC Levels in Hemp
A recent study from Cornell University has found no link between increases in the THC content in hemp with environmental or biological stresses. Guidelines from USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service note…
Joining U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Is Easy and Provides Industry Benefits
The National Cotton Council is working to organize educational outreach opportunities and enrollment meetings for cotton producers interested in joining the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. As greater attention is paid…
Problems and Solutions When Growing Artichokes
Some problems and solutions when growing your own artichokes at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Artichoke Aphids Pinterest image Artichoke Slug UCANR image Painted Lady Caterpillar…
EPA Moves to End Chlorpyrifos Use on National Scale
…California and other states have already implemented similar restrictions for the material. The announcement has raised several questions from multiple agricultural groups including the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-23-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Farm Bureau’s disappointment in the EPA’s Chlorpyrifos decision, a…
New Website Offers Regenerative Agriculture Resources
The University of Missouri announced a new website focused on regenerative agriculture topics. Regenerative agriculture has sparked considerable interest over the last few years, offering a toolbox of practices that…
New Emergency Program to Help Rescue Animals During Disasters
A new state program will be able to better respond to emergencies and provide care for household animals and livestock. The new California Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET) will be administered by the…