…an area that we need to remain diligent in because there’s a lot of moving pieces,” Morris noted. Similar to other California crops, the rice industry is also working on…
Almond Update: First ‘In The Orchard’ Workshops of 2020 Prep Growers for Pollination
…first set of the ‘In The Orchard’ workshops on pollination and cover crops. ABC’s Industry Relations Specialist Rebecca Bailey said the workshops are great, free events held around the state…
Agricultural Representation in Mainstream Media is a Concern
…dedicated reporter to specifically cover agriculture. Many of the industry’s most significant issues such as water and labor can often get fairly topical coverage, which may not provide a complete…
How to Grow Your Own Peanuts at Home
…to leave the thin, pink/brown layer covering the seed. This is vital. Otherwise, your seeds won’t germinate. Sow peanut seeds outdoors 1-2 inches deep, with around 6-8 inches between seeds….
Ag Groups Urge Action After Adverse Effect Wage Rate Increase
…by at least six percent. AFBF points out that the average AEWR has increased 17 percent nationally over the past five years, while revenue growth for many labor-intensive crops has…
Latest Report Highlights the Impact of UC ANR on California Communities
…report include helping to promote economic prosperity through working with growers to adopt superior varieties of crops, as well as implement new practices to ensure the health of livestock. Through…
Add a Splash of Color to Your Winter Garden
…plants make a showy ground cover in shady gardens. They also make a festive holiday gift plant. The berries of the plant are edible and the leaves can be used…
More Hemp Insurance Options Available from USDA
…2020 crop year. The MPCI coverage is being offered in conjunction with the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection coverage that was made available to producers earlier in the year. Hemp producers will…
Getting Started Growing Tomatoes from Seed
…your label to make a 1/4 inch furrow in the planting mix. Sprinkle 2–3 seeds into the furrow and cover them with a sprinkling of potting mix. Gently firm the…
Edible and Delicious Ground Cover Plants
Cathy Isom has a few suggestions for you about some edible and delicious ground cover plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Edible and Delicious Ground Cover Plants…
Proceeding with Caution in Hemp Industry
…challenged by a lack of crop protection materials. Cameron noted that a minimal number of products are available, which is leaving some crops open to pest damage. “I know in…
USDA Funds Conservation Innovation Across the Country
…populations. The project will assess the impact of increasing pollinator services on farmer profitability and the effect of the cover crops on nitrogen use. The University of Hawaii will demonstrate…
Proactive IPM Projects Tackle Weevils, Leafminers, Midges
…is helping to protect cole crops from the exotic Swede midge. The fly-like insect is a problem for vegetables like broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, and kale. The insect is an issue…
Winter Mulching – Why and How to Do it Right
…mulch before planting your spring crops. It’s best to wait for any and all dangers of a hard frost to pass. Then, you can remove or gradually thin out the…