The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has issued a final rule for its Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). NRCS incorporated the feedback that industry stakeholders provided for the RCPP interim…
Ways for Making this Year’s Garden the Best Ever to Enjoy
…in drought-prone areas, gardeners in every region can improve water conservation. Whether it’s adding more mulch or choosing plants that are native to your region. Or, choosing irrigation with a…
Storm Weather Bringing Much Needed Snow to California
…the weekend with more projected for the coming week. The National Weather Service has issued multiple weather warnings in Northern California. A winter snow watch has been issued for high…
Animal Biotech Authority Becoming Point of Contention Between Agencies
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) pertaining to animal biotech authority is creating some confusion. Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the Public Health Service at the U.S. Department of…
Innovation Accelerator for the Wine Industry Coming to Sonoma County
…is to really formalize a process to bring those organizations that have innovative ideas and tools, and resources, directly to our local grape growers and create that forum to actually…
Treating the Plant Pathogen Powdery Mildew Naturally
…incredibly effective natural treatments available. Some people swear by milk as a natural anti-fungal. Other natural methods include using both garlic water and apple cider vinegar sprays, combining baking soda…
CFAP Changes Provide Additional Assistance for Producers
…Those who are now eligible or need to revise existing applications can contact the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) between January 19 and February 26. The updates…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…Services. The announcement has been met with significant support from a variety of agricultural industry groups. “AFBF congratulates Dr. Jewel Bronaugh on her nomination to serve as USDA Deputy Secretary,”…
How to Treat Some Common Plant Pathogens Naturally
Common plant pathogens and how to treat them naturally. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A potato leaflet showing late blight infection caused by Phytophthora infestans on a…
Wildland Fire Subcabinet Established Through Executive Order
…on wildfire issues. The order also calls for better management of preparedness resources and improved attack response and fire support. Federal agencies will also increase support for workforce development to…
Comprehensive Publication on California Rangeland Available from UC ANR
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) has released a new publication on rangeland. The Ecology and Management of Annual Rangeland Series is a 200-page publication that’s made available…
MSOB: Worms in Space, How Nematodes Might Help Space Exploration
…back USDA Agricultural Research Service Entomologist Dr. David Shaprio-Ilan who led the cosmic project. He said the nematodes spent about a month in outer space and the results were very…
Budget Proposal Allows CDFA to Continue Important Programs
…Reduction Fund will allow the Air Resources Board to continue providing support for the FARMER Program. The Climate Catalyst Fund to support Climate Smart Agriculture loans is set to receive…
FCC Report Highlights Value of Broadband to Ag Productivity
…the report is that increased broadband service has helped lower costs for things such as fertilizer, fuel, and seed. At the same time, better internet access has also resulted in…