California producers are being encouraged to learn more about the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and the value it can provide. Chairman of the American Cotton Producers of the National Cotton Council, Mark…
Forecasted Drop in Cotton Acreage Attributed to Uncertainty Ahead
…at a time when there really was no market,” said Mark McKean, chairman of the American Cotton Producers of the NCC and Riverdale producer. “They couldn’t sell their cotton for…
Controlling Pesky Grasses from Creeping in the Garden
Some ways to control pesky grasses from creeping in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Crabgrass (Carthamus Tinctorius) Image by David Mark from Pixabay Creeping grasses…
Innovation Accelerator for the Wine Industry Coming to Sonoma County
…occurs between the two sectors. Sonoma VITS will mark the first time that an innovation accelerator has been developed specifically for the wine industry. “We hear from a lot of…
An Easy, Mess-Free Way to Watering Houseplants
…Easy, Mess-Free Way to Watering Houseplants About Kalei Plants: Hi! I’m Mark, a plant enthusiast growing succulents, cacti and other houseplants from the Philippines. In this channel, I share some…
E&J Gallo, Constellation Deal Finally Done
…that wine industry leaders say is a continuation of Constellation trying to become more upscale with their offerings. Clos du Bois, Franciscan, Ravenswood, Blackstone, and Mark West are just a few…
California Olive Oil Crop Falls Short of 2.5 Million Gallon Estimate
…saw an average of 2-3 tons per acre. “Extraction was good but the quantity of olives was markedly reduced,” says Mark Sievers of Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company in Fairfield….
Making Sense of Biologicals: Biological Delivering Targeted Ant Bait Sustainably
…Mark Hoddle said ants quickly became a big problem in their citrus research when releasing the parasitic wasp tamarixia radiata. Hoddle said the ants turn into fierce defenders, protecting sweet…
Best Defensive Plants to Keep Your Garden Safe
…certain areas and can also be used to protect houses and property and to mark borders. Using these plants makes sense when you don’t want fences with razor wire, lights,…
Audit Data Shows Strong Compliance with New LGMA Water Requirements
Last year the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) approved enhancements to food safety measures. The improvements had a primary focus on water standards. The latest audit data shows that…
Decorative Fences for Your Garden or Landscape
…and decorative fences. The primarily decorative fence might serve some light-duty purpose such as to mark a boundary or trellis a light-weight annual flowering vine. However, it’s not going to…
2021 World Ag Expo Officially Canceled Because of Pandemic
The 2021 World Ag Expo has officially been canceled due to the issues presented by COVID-19. It will mark the first time the event will not be held since its…
California Fires Leave Livestock Producers with Work to Do in The Aftermath
…of the California Cattlemen’s Association, Mark Lacey explained that there will still be plenty of work to be done for livestock producers even after the fires are extinguished. “A lot…
National FFA Numbers Reach Record Level
…in over 330 high schools. “The relevance of agriculture and the security of our country’s food, fiber and natural resources systems has never been more important,” National FFA CEO Mark…