…cardboard. Some of the don’ts include: not using fast acting fertilizers, not composting diseased plants, never applying chemical loaded water, herbicides, or pesticides. Even fertilizers labeled for organic use can…
California Citrus Growers Face Existential Threat in HLB
…right up there with water as our two priority issues.” Scientists are working on a number of other possible solutions in their quest to find a cure for HLB, says…
Trusted, reliable protection
…is especially effective at controlling water mold fungi (Phytophthora, Peronospora, Plasmopara, Phytium) but has activity on other plant disease organisms as well. Is Phostrol a fungicide or a fertilizer? Phosphorous…
Ag Groups Urge Congress to Include Water in Infrastructure Package
…Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. “As Congress is debating an infrastructure package, we wanted to make absolutely sure that water supplies and the need to enhance water supply, water projects, water…
AAP Supports Soda Taxes, Promotes Milk as Substitute
…to children under 18 years of age. In return the AAP suggested substituting milk and water for sugary substances such as power drinks, sodas and and juices with added sugars….
The California Kitchen: Strawberry Sorbet
…C Water Blend and put in an ice cream machine Strawberry Sorbet For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-26-19
…ag organizations across more than a dozen western states reached out to Congress regarding the need for water infrastructure, and you’ll also get a report detailing which state water project…
Some California Avocados Recalled Voluntarily
…issued the recall after a standard inspection found listeria in samples taken at their facility. There have been zero reports of illnesses so far. The company started packing avocados in late…
What is the Grow Medium Coco Coir
…than peat, and can be recycled. Coco coir re-hydrates faster than peat. Use warm water and slowly pour it over your brick. Add a little bit of water at a…
Farm Bureau Leaders Visit Capitol, Meet New Faces
…with more than 100 legislators regarding water, farm labor, environmental issues, fees as well as other regulations and policies. Before their tour, attendees tuned into issues at advisory committee…
How to Plant and Care for Beans
…for support. Water frequently. Pinch or cut the top of pole beans to prevent the plants from growing out of control. Pruning is not required for bush beans. I’m Cathy…
CVP Water Allocations Increased to More Than Half
…Water District issued a press release illustrating frustration with the updated water allocations. “For years, we have been told that the farmers served by south-of-Delta ag service contractors received water…
Success Starts From the Ground Up
…hard water. Cheetah utilizes a novel mode of action to better protect your high-value TNVV crops from weed competition including triazine-, ALS- and glyphosate-resistant weeds. This fast, effective, non-selective herbicide…
How to Harvest and Use Lavender
…warm spot away from sunlight for 2-3 weeks. You can keep cut lavender alive for a few days by placing cut stems in a jar of water. Lavender adds sweet,…