…is either getting too much water or not enough. In many cases, a plant has yellowing leaves just because it is experiencing transplant shock and still getting settled into its…
Lawmakers Urge Governor Newsom to Reconsider Incidental Take Permit
…the administration of state and federal waterways. By issuing the ITP to the Department of Water Resources (DWR), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) has essentially bypassed the…
The Western View: Cut Off Your Nose to Spite Your Face?
…Water flows from the wet North to the dry South by way of two separate entities. The state owns and operates the State Water Project, the Feds own and operate…
Friant Division Contractors Getting More Water
…of available water supply. Class 2, which is still at zero percent allocation, is classified as the next amount of available water up to 1.4 million acre-feet. Updates to allocations…
Almost Impossible to Kill Houseplants
…watering and then just being left alone. The cast iron plant is an almost indestructible plant. Its very tolerant of irregular watering and, while it will deal with almost any light…
Dozens of Ag Groups Ask for Regulatory Pause During Pandemic
…notes that “agencies like the California Air Resources Board (CARB), Regional Water Boards, Department of Pesticide Regulations (DPR), Cal/OSHA and others” should reevaluate priorities given the coronavirus situation. The group…
How to Safely Wash Your Fruits and Vegetables
…mold. Wash your hands for 20 seconds before and after handling fresh produce. Hold fruit under cool running tap water, gently rubbing it as you rinse it. Use a sharp…
Water Conflicts Continue as California Clashes with Federal Agencies
…does not go further in restricting water pumping, and farm groups and state water agencies are dissatisfied by DWR’s approach to water management. “The SWC and its member agencies do…
March Storms Had Nominal Impact on California’s Snowpack
…1 manual snow survey conducted by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) at Phillips Station reflected some noticeable gains from the month prior, but the measurements remain well below…
Almond Matters: Seasonal Priorities for Growers
…High-density plantings are particularly susceptible, as the increased amount of canopy creates a favorable microclimate for pathogens. “The trees are transpiring, they’re pulling water out of the ground, and putting…
Plants Most Vulnerable to Rust and How to Deal with it
…to not over-water; pruning when appropriate; planting in areas with proper draining; avoid plantings things too close together; using a nutrient balanced fertilizer, and applying fungicides. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…snow levels currently at approximately 50 percent of average for this year. While there is hope that the year will end up as a solid water year, the strawberry industry…
The California Kitchen: Chef Albert’s Simple Quarantine Alfredo
…3 T Water TT S+P California Kitchen ~ Chef Albert’s Simple Quarantine For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it…
The California Kitchen: Untamed Easy French Bread
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to bake Untamed Easy French Bread with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 Qt Warm Water 1 oz…