…SB 1 seeks to uphold specific federal policy as it pertains to water. “SB 1 is bad for farmworkers, farmers, and communities throughout the state of California. Our environmental laws…
Using Water Troughs for a Garden
Pinterest You have heard you can plant a garden in almost anything? Today, Cathy Isom tells you a bit about using water troughs for a garden. That’s coming up on…
Growing Big, Red, Juicy, Beefsteak Tomatoes
…slower to grow and mature. Tomatoes are notoriously thirsty, so you’ll need to water them regularly. Try to keep the soil evenly moist. This prevents diseases such as blossom end…
Ag Groups Celebrate Trade Agreement with Japan
…markets. Other NPPC trade priorities include ratification of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) agreement, which preserves zero-tariff pork trade in North America, and resolving trade disputes with China that will enable U.S. pork producers to capitalize on an unprecedented…
Evaluating the Potential of Beneficial Ants in Agricultural Production
…Sankovitz likened the benefits that ants can provide to those produced by earthworms, aerating the soil to provide deeper penetration of oxygen and allowing for better infiltration of water. “Ants…
Prune Harvest Around The Corner, Considerations from UCCE
…of water. Moderate to high tree stress (-16 to -20 bars) may be tolerated a week or two before harvest. However, for July and August prior to harvest, stress should…
SGMA Rollout Coming Along Smoothly
The implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) has presented some challenges, however it appears the overall process is progressing smoothly overall. Supervising Engineering Geologist with the Department of…
Infrastructure Needed for Groundwater Recharge
Infrastructure and volunteers are needed to make groundwater recharge successful in California. Many in the agriculture community were disappointed that not all of the surface water storage projects were fully…
Farmers Prevented from Planting Crops on More than 19 Million Acres
…supported planting of cover crops on fields where farmers were not able to plant because of their benefits in preventing soil erosion, protecting water quality and boosting soil health. The…
Knowing How to Germinate Seeds for Your Garden
…order to germinate. You can use your refrigerator during winter to break dormancy. In a plastic bag, put equal amounts of vermiculite and seeds, and spray the mixture with water…
Making Your Own Fermented Pickles
…your own fermented pickles is easy. All you have to do is harvest your pickles, wash them, and drop them in a saltwater solution, and cover them. After that, nature…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 08-02-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering why water infrastructure has been a popular topic in…
Easy Way to Rid Your Plants of Spider Mites
…spray of water from either a garden hose or faucet to dislodge the mites, washing them away from the plant. Green fresh leaf covered with microscopic web of spider mite…
Multiple Funding Sources Focused on Addressing Nutria Population
…been killed since first being discovered. The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy recently awarded CDFW a three-year grant of $8.5 million, with funds that were made available through the Water Quality,…