…26-29. Registration is available for the virtual event, with a theme this year of Hi and Lo Tech on Rangelands Supporting Ecosystem Services. The program will take place between 1:00…
Winter-Friendly Plants for Your Outdoor Space
…boxwood hedge. For the best growth possible, place potted cypress in an area that receives morning sun and afternoon shade. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here….
Genetically Modified Pigs Approved for Human Consumption by FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved genetically modified pigs as being safe to eat. The approval marks the first that time that an intentional genomic alteration (IGA)…
Agreement Reaffirms Multi-Agency Commitment to Address Food Waste
…help address food waste. The United States Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions program has already helped to implement more proven strategies to combat food loss and waste. The overall…
Agricultural Groups Pleased with Latest Stimulus Package
…in support for the agriculture sector. Another $13 billion will be used to support nutrition programs and $7 billion will go towards broadband infrastructure. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) will…
Farm Bureau Mourns Passing of Richard Rominger
…who enjoy its products.” Rominger served as director of the California Department of Food and Agriculture from 1977-82, and as deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture from 1993-2001….
Caring for Fruit Trees in the Wintertime
…in winter to prevent diseases and pests. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Caring for Fruit Trees in the Wintertime Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
Registration Available for California Weed Science Society Conference
…topics. There will be an agronomic crops session, a tree and vine session, a vegetable session, as well as several others highlighting different areas of weed science. The program also…
Keeping Spotted Lanternfly Out of California
…California Department of Food and Agriculture is doing to help prevent spotted lanternfly. They’re very actively involved and it helps to be aware of what they’re doing and what mitigation…
Ag Research to Be Expanded Through Strengthened USDA-NASA Partnership
…said in a news release. “This partnership between USDA and NASA will bring together the best research, science, and technology we have to offer to help produce more food to…
Ornamental Grasses to Grow that are the Best for Birds
…your garden for multiseason color, texture, and food sources for a host of birds. Switch grass are vigorus plants. They are prized for their reddish-purple summer color that fades to…
New Report Details Findings of Ag Labor Investigations
…the report’s authors. “As we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, better targeting enforcement efforts could strengthen protections for the farmworkers who harvest and pack our food.” A total of 70…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-18-20
…of the growing BeeWhere program, and resolving issues with DMV truck registration. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet…
Ways to Attract Insects and Songbirds to Your Garden
…your feline friends indoors. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Ways to Attract Insects and Songbirds to Your Garden Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March…