…food scraps and garden waste, it also happens to make top-notch compost that your plants will love. Composting is a year-round activity. Late summer to early winter is a peak…
Burger King Commercial Sparks Science Rooted Methane Reduction Conversation
Two videos are circling Twitter, both focusing on the methane reduction from livestock. One video is from a fast-food chain, the other from a California university. When it comes to…
Planting and Managing Cover Crops for Maximum Weed Suppression
…most vegetables, they do need water, nutrients, and reasonable soil to grow vigorously and get the jump on weeds. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of ours program here. Planting…
USDA Streamlines Process for Rural Investment
…Loan Guarantees Program, the Community Facilities Guaranteed Loan Program, the Business and Industry Guaranteed Loan Program, and the Rural Energy for America Guaranteed Loan Program. USDA will be standardizing requirements…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 07-14-20
…costs, and regulatory pressure. Alongside national policy discussions, the program also touched on California’s ongoing governor race, where candidates remain divided on key economic issues like the state’s gas tax…
Facility Inspections Resume for Produce Safety Rule
After a temporary postponement of facility inspections under the Produce Safety Rule (PSR), the practice has resumed. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) began routine PSR inspections last…
California Prune Board Authorized to Continue for Another Five Years
The California Prune Board was recently authorized to continue for another five years by the California Department of Food and Agriculture. During a public hearing, prune growers and processors spoke…
Tips on Handling Pesky Weeds in your Flower Bed
…to sprout. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Tips on Handling Pesky Weeds in your Flower Bed Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026…
Annie Stuhr Named New Ag One Foundation President
…is able to reconnect those passions as the new president of the Ag One Foundation that raises funds for students and programs in the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology at Fresno State….
Week in Review: Understanding Sudden Vine Collapse, Addressing COVID in the Workplace
…their responsibilities should an outbreak of COVID-19 occur among the workforce. The Families Food Box Program is providing assistance for growers, families, and companies. Receive all the top agriculture news…
New Management Practice Proposals Being Accepted for AMMP
…Manure Management Program (AMMP). Since the program was developed in 2016, the number of practices eligible for support has increased as a result of coordination between CDFA and the California…
Stopping a Cute Critter from Wreaking Havoc in Your Garden
…peaches, and strawberries. Raccoons are also attracted to pet food, bird feeders, and smelly trash cans. One sure fire way to keep them out is by making your space less…
Dairy Supply Chains Will Need to Remain Flexible According to Report
…lowered demand for dairy in the foodservice sector has caused a significant shift in the market. The shelter in place orders have drastically changed consumer behaviors, which CoBank expects to…
CFAP Eligibility Expands with USDA Announcement
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has updated the list of commodities that are covered under the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Along with the expanded CFAP eligibility, USDA has…