…beautiful, with its massive, Jurassic-looking foliage, this popular houseplant has a bit of a reputation for being particularly fickle in regards to light, water, soil, and temperature. Just a warning….
Toughest Ground Covers to Solve the Worst Garden Problems
…can even tolerate light foot traffic. If it’s dry, it’s time for Thyme. This aromatic groundcover excels in beds, borders, and containers. Hens-and-chicks is a small but mighty succulent that’s…
Committee Hearings Shine a Light on Issues Within the Food Supply Chain
Two Congressional committee hearings were held recently to examine areas of the food supply chain that need improvements. The House Agriculture Committee Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture held a…
Mixed Response to Reintroduction of Farm System Reform Act
…Farm System Reform Act, which represents a light at the end of the tunnel for struggling farmers, and a future where farmers are at the center of a farm system…
Growers Struggle to Find and Keep Farm Insurance
…working to find adequate farm insurance for his operation. “I hope our governor is successful enough to get the FAIR Plan or the insurance carriers to come to light,” Martin…
Growers Affected by Recent Wildfires Struggle With New Drought Challenges
…circumstances. Executive Director of the Sonoma County Farm Bureau Tawny Tesconi said several growers have opted to pull out vineyards in light of the difficult circumstances. “I know some of our growers…
Proposition 12 Review Denied by Supreme Court
…options to block Proposition 12 which will cost both producers and consumers millions of dollars according to economists and the state of California’s own analysis,” NAMI spokesperson Sarah Little said…
Ag Groups Make Recommendations for Strengthening Food Supply Chain
…Chains. The order underscores the need for improving resiliency in the U.S. food supply, particularly in light of the issues that were exacerbated by the pandemic. Information gathered as part…
New Publication Outlines Herbicide Drift Symptoms on Hemp
…are certain unknowns,” said Sarah Light, UC Cooperative Extension Agronomy Advisor. “We conducted this pretty simple project to just demonstrate what certain herbicide drift symptoms would be on hemp plants….
Best Disease-Resistant and Easiest Roses to Grow
…flowers throughout the summer and into fall. Perhaps the best-known rose is the ‘Knock Out’ rose. It bears long-lasting masses of cherry-red blooms that have a very light fragrance. This high…
Cal/OSHA Board Waffles on What to Do with Emergency Temporary Standard
…Board) on June 3 have been put on hold in light of recent developments. An emergency meeting was held on June 9, where the Standards Board heard from public stakeholders…
Chickens are Amazing, Intelligent, and Affectionate Animals
…Chickens can also differentiate violet and ultraviolet light. Because they are so sensitive to infrared light, chickens can see sunlight up to an hour before humans do. Chickens also experience…
Week in Review: Mixed Reviews to Newsom Budget, Transport Woes for Ag Exports
…issues as it relates to trucking challenges. In light of recent developments, farmers are being encouraged to understand their rights when it comes to refusing property access. The U.S. Food…
Several Miniature Tree Varieties That Thrive Indoors
…elastic: It’s flexible enough to stand perfectly straight up for a clean appearance or let them curve and chase the light for unique character. The Ficus Lyrata, also known as…