The Organic Produce Network (OPN) is hosting an online event in lieu of its annual Organic Grower Summit (OGS). The virtual event is scheduled for Wednesday, December 9 at 10 a.m….
Fruits and Veggies You Should Never Store Together
Some fruits and veggies you should never store together. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Storing your food properly is one of the keys to extending its life….
Challenge Brought Against Proposed Del Puerto Canyon Reservoir
A coalition of conservation groups is working to prevent the development of a dam in the Del Puerto Canyon. The proposed Del Puerto Canyon Reservoir would reportedly store more than…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 12-01-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering COVID safety standards, the importance of responding to ag…
Beet Curly Top Virus in Tomatoes Somewhat Manageable in 2020
It appears that beet curly top virus in tomatoes was somewhat manageable for California growers in 2020. Vegetable crops Farm Advisor for Fresno County, Tom Turini explained that the virus…
Importance of Grape Crush Report During Heavy Wildfire Year
Determining the data for the annual grape crush report could be a little complicated this year. The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) issues the Grape Crush Report every year and…
Ways You May Be Able to Use Cinnamon in the Garden
Some ways to use cinnamon in the garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cinnamon Spice Image by Ulrike Leone from Pixabay Cinnamon is commonly used for baking….
Air Quality Mandates Putting a Squeeze on Agricultural Producers
A multitude of air quality mandates is expected to create significant challenges for farmers and ranchers over the next 15 years. The California Air Resources Board’s 2020 Mobile Source Strategy…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 11-30-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering AFBF’s priorities during the Trump/Biden Administration transition, US cotton…
NIFA Awards Over $16M for Small Business Innovation Research Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) awarded over $16 million in grants as part of Phase II of the Small Business Innovation Research…
U.S. Cotton Production Marginally Higher in Latest Forecast
The latest U.S. cotton production forecast appears to be marginally higher than October. Cotton estimates are calling for 17.1 million bales. U.S. mill use and export levels are expected to…
Unique Tasty Veggie Called the Common Ice Plant
A unique and tasty veggie called the Common Ice Plant. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Mesembryanthemum crystallinum, entire plant. Photographed in the wild in the La Geria…
Action Being Taken on U.S. Agricultural Export Issues
Action is being taken that should help to remedy some of the agricultural export issues. As AgNet West previously reported, a shortage of shipping containers is creating turmoil for exporters….
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-27-20
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 farmers being their own storytellers, obtaining…