…replacing fossil natural gas with renewable natural gas has great potential. Taking organic waste and turning it into an energy source can be very practical in many applications. However, when…
Passage of Energy Infrastructure Act Celebrated by Ag and Water Groups
The Energy Infrastructure Act was recently passed by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee by a vote of 13-7. The legislation includes several provisions that will assist with some…
Bats are Nocturnal Creatures Providing Natural Pollination and Pest Control
…provide natural pollination and pest control for your yard. They love mosquitos, too! And because bats can eat in amounts up to half of its body weight, that means that…
UC Davis Receives $6 Million to Promote Safe Pesticide Use
…be using the funding to expand the Pesticide Educational Resources Collaborative (PERC) initiative. “We are honored to have been chosen to continue this work, building upon the success of the…
Emergency Procedures Authorized to Provide Crop Insurance Flexibilities
…also working to have insurance companies issue indemnity payments to policyholders at a quicker pace. “Crop insurance helps producers weather natural disasters like drought,” RMA Acting Administrator Richard Flournoy said…
New Online Course on Vertebrate Pest Management Available
…UC IPM’s library of online training resources. The course provides information on the description, biology, and ecology of ground squirrels and pocket gophers. It also features an overview of control…
Best Plants for Making Your Property More Private
…your research on which plants will work well for natural, living borders, it’s time to get planting. Here are some suggestions to help you along. If you have a space…
Livestock Producers Suffering Pandemic Losses Have New Assistance Program
…Farm Service Agency office. The PLIP is part of USDA’s overall Pandemic Assistance for Producers initiative launched back in March. USDA is working to provide $7 billion worth of assistance…
Almond Update: Smaller Objective Forecast, But Demand Remains Strong
…United States Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service indicated that multiple factors influenced the drop in production estimates. “I think the 2.8-billion-pound objective survey or estimate was more in-line…
Transform the Backyard into Your Own Private Oasis
…oasis, and also add pockets of privacy, there are many plants that are a great alternative to unsightly structures. Especially if your end goal is to create more natural living…
Small Space Gardening Doesn’t Have to Be a Struggle
…every square inch and to keep your garden looking natural and informal. Give yourself enough room to reach the plants when they’re at full maturity. It may seem counterintuitive to…
Registration is Now Open for the Organic Grower Summit
…attendees a tremendous opportunity for growers to learn from and network with their supply chain partners and service providers in an intimate and engaging two-day event,” OPN co-founder Tonya Antle…
Drought Emergency Declared in Nine More California Counties
…the signing of an executive order. “That executive order specifically will lay out a framework to encourage voluntary water conservation efforts in the state of California,” Newsom stated. Newsom said…
Partnerships Sought for Restoring Wetland Ecosystems
…(WREP). Proposals for WREP projects are due by August 15. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is prioritizing conservation proposals from historically underserved producers. “Our goal is to support agricultural…