…hidden struggles of farmers and possible solutions and water concerns recently conveyed to the Lieutenant Governor. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen…
Just a Few Helpful Tips for Growing Great Strawberries
Some helpful tips for growing great strawberries. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Strawberries bed covered with protective mesh from birds. / Shutterstock Aside from good soil, steady water,…
The California Kitchen: Cauliflower Tempura
Cauliflower Tempura In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Cauliflower Tempura with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 32 OZ Carbonated Water 1/2…
Almond Update: Off-Ground Harvesting Offers A Multitude of Benefits
…can also help improve soil health and reduce tree water stress. ABC identified off-ground harvesting as a research priority based on the number of benefits it can provide. “We also…
Natural Ways to Keep Some Bothersome Bugs at Bay
…any standing water around for the mosquitos to lay their eggs in. On warm evenings, bring a fan outdoors. The breeze will do double duty by cooling you down while blowing…
Health Bite: Electrolyte 101
…naturally occurring electrolytes like coconut water, lemon and lime juice, magnesium and salt. Here’s the recipe: 1 Cup Coconut Water 1 Cup Water 1 Tablespoon Raw Honey Squeezed Juice of…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 05-25-21
…Leal also has a report with some national attention to the need for water infrastructure in the west. Listen to previous Farm City Newsday episodes… Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet…
Salmonella Outbreak Report Points to Adjacent Land Use
…a conclusive root cause could not be identified, the FDA’s leading hypothesis is that contaminated irrigation water used in a growing field in Holtville, California may have led to contamination…
Market Concerns Linger as COVID Challenges Begin to Decline
…water storage and available water supply is a primary concern for farmers and ranchers, there are still some questions as to how markets are going to shape up with more…
Week in Review: Mixed Reviews to Newsom Budget, Transport Woes for Ag Exports
The latest budget revision from Governor Gavin Newsom will bring additional support to California’s farmers and ranchers but does not adequately address water issues. Agricultural producers are facing more transportation…
Conservation Innovation Supported by Significant Investment from USDA
…Classic, CIG On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials, and state-level CIG. Each of the components allows partners to address issues of soil health, water quality, and air quality while improving agricultural production….
How You Can Grow an Avocado Tree from the Pit
…about 1 inch of water. Leave the top end open to the air. Change the water about twice a week. You should see roots growing at about week 8. When…
More Than $45 Million Coming to Support Wood Projects
…we need to manage our forests. Today’s investments underpin USDA’s commitment to address the climate crisis with a market-based approach that begins to move us toward a clean energy economy,…
Water Funding in Latest Budget Proposal: ‘Band-Aids at Best’
…but it’s not going to fix the problem.” The water funding included in the budget proposal addresses issues of water quality, drinking water, infrastructure improvements, and resiliency projects. However, as…