…combat climate change, and make the most efficient use of natural resources,” the company said in a press release. Bayer will also be working to better communicate the companies efforts…
Climate-Smart Agriculture Assistance Available Through UCCE
With so many different practices that can be considered climate-smart agriculture, it can be challenging for growers to determine the best course of action when contemplating different approaches. UC Cooperative…
217 Projects Receive Nearly $13 Million in Healthy Soils Grants
…as well as on-farm demonstration projects. “California leads the nation in supporting innovative climate-smart agriculture programs that address on-farm challenges and promote agricultural and environmental sustainability,” CDFA Secretary Karen Ross…
ARS Efforts Should Help Ensure Our Wheat Supply
…on by climate change and an increasing trend toward more corn production and no-till farming, which both increase the availability of the pathogen in fields. The disease has caused an…
Tips for Growing Cauliflower at Home
…a magnificent sight in any garden. These vegetables are happiest in a cool climate, and have an unfair reputation for being difficult to grow. Be sure to select a…
Senate Committee Educated on Livestock Emissions
Livestock emissions have been blamed as a major contributor to climate change, prompting some to believe that forgoing the consumption of animal products will have a meaningful impact on reducing…
Pierce’s Disease and GWSS: A Deadly Combo for Grapes
…said the southern coastal area he used to oversee is perfect for grape production, but it isn’t feasible. “In Ventura County, for instance, they have great soil, great climate and they…
“Beef Cattle Industry Has Great Story to Tell” On Climate
…(NCBA), Kansas cattle producer Debbie Lyons-Blythe delivered a clear message at a U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee hearing on climate change. “The U.S. cattle industry is proud of its history as…
CARB and CDFA Develop New Climate-Smart Agriculture Initiative
A new program to advance climate-smart agriculture was recently announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The new effort will…
Growing Radicchio Adds Color to Your Garden
…this is a frost-tolerant vegetable because they associate it with a warm climate. You can grow it as you would cabbage, and cooler weather makes it a bit sweeter! Radicchio…
Upgrading California’s Water Grid for Future Needs
…Drought in a Changing Climate which cites specific climate pressures as causing significant challenges for water management in the future. When asked about the role of warmer temperatures in the…
Wonderful to Run Entirely on Renewable Energy by 2025
…as eBay, Bank of American and Ikea in becoming members of RE100. The collaborative, global initiative is led by The Climate Group in partnership with CDP, is designed to help…
California Climate Investments Make Progress on Emissions Goal
The 2019 Annual Report from California Climate Investments was recently released providing details about how cap-and-trade auction proceeds are being used to reduce overall emission levels in the state. The…
Growing Lavender for a Bountiful Harvest
…Lavender is divided into five main groups: English, French, Hybrids, Egyptian, and Spanish. Each group is unique in their growing and climate requirements, so pick the variety that’s best suited…