…percent of the historical average, with eight of them measuring more than 90 percent of average. There have been concerns about a possible drought returning to California, however, the state’s…
Adding Under-Used Perennials to Your Garden
…in fresh or dried arrangements. Globe thistle is heat- and drought-resistant and will grow easily in any well-drained soil. Bergenia, also commonly called Pig Squeak, simply because the leaves are…
Sorghum Provides Multiple Areas of Value as Dairy Forage
…and dry years – based on the crops’ ability to handle drought stress – but sorghum also holds value in terms of yield when compared to other forages. “Sorghum has…
California Snowpack Roughly Half of Average Despite Driest February on Record
…the snowpack not necessarily the increased temperatures.” When asked about concerns related to another potential drought DWR officials noted that drought is not caused by a single month or a…
California Snowpack ‘In Decent Shape’ According to Second 2020 Snow Survey
…this point last year the snow depth at Phillips Station was 50 inches, which put the snowpack at 98 percent of the average. When asked about forecasting potential drought conditions…
Plants to Brighten Your Outdoor Patio Space
…flowers that bloom in large clusters. The flowers come in a multitude of colors, such as white, pink, lavender, or red. Lantana Lantana. They’re known for being drought resistant, and…
Tropical Plant that is Practically Pest Free
Cathy Isom has a bit of information about a wonderful tropical plant that is practically pest free and drought resistant. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Tropical Plant that…
Plants That Work Best for Your Rock Garden
…classification but rather a group that shares certain characteristics, including drought resistance, a preference for good drainage, and a compact growth habit. The rock garden plants used to complement the…
Workshop to Address New Climate Reality for Farmers
…strategies for drought, optimizing irrigation water use, and pest control in a changing climate. While the focus will be on farming systems in the area, much of the information that…
Make Your Landscape a Fire Fuel-Free Zone
…during dry weather. Also, if you have any trees, shrubs, or plants have died due to extended drought, pull those. Wooden decks and patio furniture are also great fuel sources…
Tips for Growing Baby Vegetables Successfully
…at the baby size you like. Another tip is Baby Daycare. Mature vegetables have more tolerance for drought, heat, cold, wind, and other environmental factors. Use things like compost tea…
How to Deal with Gardening Burnout
…drought or nutrient, nutrient deficiencies, struggling financially and finding it tough to upkeep your garden on a tight budget. Some of your crops have failed. Or, feeling fatigued and uninterested…
USDA Resources Available for Farmers Hurt by 2018, 2019 Disasters
…drought. For more information on FSA disaster assistance programs, please contact your local USDA service center or visit farmers.gov/recover. For all available USDA disaster assistance programs, go to USDA’s disaster resources website. Source: USDA/Farm…
An ARS Focus on the Northern Plains: Finding New Ways to Beef Up Our Cattle
…changing weather and climatic conditions (e.g., wet periods and drought) that affect grass production. The researchers remain optimistic. “There is certainly an important issue to be addressed regarding forage quality,…