…be a pest when they are trying to eat your newly planted garden seeds. But there are also many ways to encourage birds in the garden without losing crops. Listen…
Livestock Grazing Holds Potential Benefits in Organic Systems
…of livestock in cover cropping under difference conditions geographically, and management conditions.” The collaborative research effort will include partners such as The Organic Center, USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, the University…
Meyer Receives Bradford-Rominger Agricultural Sustainability Leadership Award
Deanne Meyer, UC Cooperative Extension livestock waste management specialist, is this year’s recipient of the Eric Bradford & Charlie Rominger Agricultural Sustainability Leadership Award, given by the Agricultural Sustainability Institute…
Farm Credit Establishes Endowment Fund at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
…lending, data analytics and risk management, said Marianne McGarry Wolf, the university’s agribusiness department head. “I’m thrilled with the generosity of Farm Credit in supporting Cal Poly and our students,”…
CSP Explained: Building Upon Existing Conservation Plans
…that many growers have already embraced many conservation approaches such as implementing integrated pest management techniques, adopting nitrogen management guidelines, and addressing air quality concerns. NRCS is available to facilitate…
CSP Explained: Organic Stewardship Mirrors Program Goals
…“They’re already using cover crops, they have already got an integrated pest management plan, or they are already doing a nutrient management plan or irrigation water management. So, what it’s…
A Secret Weapon for Fighting Off Unwanted Pests in Your Garden
…there’s a secret weapon to help deal with those uninvited critters, thanks to The Big Bug Hunt. This citizen science project aims to give you a heads-up when certain pests…
Prescribed Burn Association Coming to Central Coast
…management agencies and anyone else who is interested in the practice. “We will be doing lots of workshops, teaching people how to burn, teaching people about burn ecology, teaching people…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 06-04-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering weed management in almond orchards, understanding the differences between…
Almond Update: Stacked Weed Resistance, Reimagining Tools for Better Management
Weed management in orchards is an evolving issue. Some problematic weeds are developing resistance to multiple products and technological advancements aren’t necessarily addressing that issue. UC Cooperative Extension Weed Specialist…
CSP Explained: Understanding the Differences Between EQIP and CSP
…important to note is individuals who are really good at keeping records, both past and current management and what they’re up to year-to-year.” Listen to the interview below. About the…
Legislation Seeks to Address San Joaquin Valley Canals
…one million acres of productive farmland. Supporting water infrastructure and maximizing the value and efficiency of water supplies will become even more important as the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act continues…
Technical Assistance Grant Adds Boots On The Ground as Fire Season Begins
…management outreach and personnel specializing in soil health. The additional staff and the impact they will have on local communities will also have a positive influence on economic recovery in…
Another Tool for Growers Fighting Grape Diseases
…already well into their fungicide programs. Another option that growers can consider in their disease management program has just become available in California. Gilcrease noted that Miravis Prime can be…