Caring for fruit trees in the winter time. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For those of us hoping to provide our fruit, nut, and berry trees with…
Keeping Spotted Lanternfly Out of California
Growers remain hopeful that California will be able to prevent spotted lanternfly from establishing itself in the state. After being found in Pennsylvania in 2014 the pest has proved to…
Ag Research to Be Expanded Through Strengthened USDA-NASA Partnership
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are strengthening their longstanding partnership. A memorandum of understanding was recently signed that should lead to…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 12-21-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of vigilance on farms, why a phase…
Ornamental Grasses to Grow that are the Best for Birds
Some of the best ornamental grasses for birds. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Michael Drummond from Pixabay Songbirds need to eat. Add ornamental grasses to…
Virtual Beltwide Cotton Conference Scheduled for January 5-7
The National Cotton Council (NCC) will be hosting the upcoming 2021 Beltwide Cotton Conference online this year in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The virtual meeting will take place January 5…
Phase Two China Trade Deal Needs to Happen
Recent interactions with other countries stress the need for the U.S. to move into phase two of their China trade deal. China was one of 15 countries that signed a…
Week in Review: Troubles with Truck Registration, Looking Ahead to Water Management Concerns
…California change now that a Democratic party is transitioning into national leadership? It appears that the start of the citrus season has been a good one for California growers. The…
Coalition Urges Action to Address California Wildfires Moving Forward
A coalition of groups representing a variety of interests is calling for action to address California wildfires in the future. Governor Gavin Newsom and the state legislature are being encouraged…
New Report Details Findings of Ag Labor Investigations
A new report from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) provides in-depth analysis of ag labor investigations over the past twenty years. The Federal Labor Standards Enforcement in Agriculture report notes…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-18-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of access to rural broadband, the support…
The California Kitchen: Grilled Maitake Mushrooms
Grilled Maitake Mushrooms In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Grilled Maitake Mushrooms with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 Lb Maitake…
Beef Alliance Startup Challenge Encourages Innovation in Cattle Industry
The Beef Alliance has announced a new initiative designed to help spur development of solutions for the cattle feeding industry. The Feeding Innovation: 2021 Startup Challenge is looking for innovators that can…
Ways to Attract Insects and Songbirds to Your Garden
Some ways to attract songbirds to your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Oldiefan from Pixabay Part of the beauty of any landscape is the…