…Poinsettia in bright light. Your plant will last longer it it’s in bright, natural light. If possible, rotate the plant so it’s getting enough light all the way around. Poinsettias…
Almond Update: Tickets Available for Almond Conference Events
…lunch on Thursday. Dan will be presenting his outlook on the Asian market for almonds, “which is obviously an exciting and growing market for our almonds that we need now…
FTC Launches Inquiry into Supply Chain Disruptions
…“will shed light on market conditions and business practices that may have worsened disruptions or led to asymmetric effects.” The orders require the companies to detail the primary factors disrupting…
Tips for Moving Plants Indoors for the Winter Months
…stem tips. Get rid of any pests that may have taken up residency on your plants. Slowly acclimate your plants to lower light levels by putting them in a shaded…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…submitted by a local government, Tribal government, non-profit or cooperative. Applications for funding must be submitted through USDA Rural Development’s online application system on the ReConnect webpage. For additional information, see…
Beautiful Shrubs to Add Colorful Winter Interest to the Garden
…entry or patio so you can enjoy the rosy pinkish purple flower buds that open to light pink or white star-shape blooms. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours…
Almond Update: Being Thankful for Industry Resilience During Challenging Year
…Waycott expressed gratitude for the work that industry members have put into ensuring California almonds remain successful. Each year can present any number of challenges, but the almond industry has…
Cutest Succulents You Should Add to Your Collection
…several hours of sun or other light each day. Lithops are native to southern Africa, where they handle drought and temperature extremes with ease. That means you don’t need to…
Almond Update: New Twist on Winter Sanitation Awareness Contest
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has put a holiday spin on the annual Mummy Shake Contest to highlight the importance of winter sanitation. Traditionally, the contest has consisted of…
Cool Blooming Plant for the Holiday Season
…The Thanksgiving Cactus is timed to flower in November/December whereas it’s December/January for the Christmas Cactus. They like and do best in bright, natural light; a medium to high light…
Almond Update: Export Delays and What’s on The Horizon
…hopeful that at least by the time Conference rolls around we’ll have some good news to report.” Bogart will be moderating a session titled Ag Export Delays: Any Light at…
Almond Update: Mating Disruption Success Story in Latest Almond Journey Podcast
…talks about his experience in addressing navel orangeworm (NOW) issues in the orchard. Etchepare is a partner in Emerald Farms, consisting of about 5,000 acres of almonds and walnuts in…
Gas Plant is an Old School Favorite to the Garden
…with cool nights and it tolerates light shade. Gas plant likes to be left alone to grow, and it does not like to be disturbed once planted. Gas plant flowers…
Sharing the Story of Agriculture with Food and Farm Facts
…The 32-page, full-color book features updated facts and easy-to-read infographics about U.S. agriculture that can be used in various ways to help increase agricultural literacy. The book would be a…