…preventing ice damage to plants, is to use a well-balanced fertilizer that’s not excessive in nitrogen, and stop feeding six weeks before the first expected frost to allow the plants…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 01-30-20
…that is turning microwaved sewage into fertilizer and learn how the almond industry is supporting and promoting bee health. Tune in to the show for these news stories and more….
Ag Groups Applaud New WOTUS Rule Definition
…for farmers. NCGA appreciates the work done by the Trump Administration to provide this regulatory certainty.” “The fertilizer industry strongly supports the EPA’s and the Department of the Army’s new…
Tips for Growing Tomatoes in Containers
…soil doesn’t have fertilizer already in it, you will need to add a slow-release fertilizer to your potting soil, making sure to mix it in throughout your container. Try a…
Caring for Tomatoes When Seeds Turn to Leaves
…This Land of Ours. Caring for Tomatoes When Seeds Turn to Leaves Once your tomato seedling has true leaves, it’s time to start feeding it. Any good liquid fertilizer can…
Gorgeous Holiday Plants to Brighten Up Your Home
…brighten up your home this year. For example: Mistletoe. You can also start Mistletoe indoors from seed, and the hardy plant requires minimal care besides a little fertilizer in the…
Improving Nutrient Management in California
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program and the Western Plant Health Association recently held their annual Nutrient Management Conference where attendees heard two…
Tips for Growing Baby Vegetables Successfully
…or organic liquid fertilizer to ensure your baby veggies stay healthy. Weed carefully without disturbing delicate plant roots. Protect from cold and wind. Offer shade in extreme heat. Buy in…
New Plants-3D Program Develops Next Generation of Ag Innovators
…just fertilizers, but water.” The Plants-3D program will be looking at methods to address issues related to climate change and the impact it will have on agricultural production. Bailey-Serres also…
Transforming Compost into an Effective Liquid Fertilizer Tea
…Liquid Fertilizer Tea Store-bought liquid fertilizer can be expensive, especially if you have a lot of plants to feed. Fortunately, there’s a cost-effective, easy alternative you can brew up at…
Sustainability in Action Meeting Coming Up in Salinas
…to reducing carbon emissions, as well as improving irrigation, fertilizer, and energy efficiency. Maloney noted that the workshop will offer helpful information for individuals with varying levels of experience with…
Registration Open for Annual Nutrient Management Conference
Registration is open for the annual nutrient management conference hosted by CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program and the Western Plant Health Association. The 27th annual conference is being held October 27-30 at…
An ARS Focus on the Northern Plains: Finding New Ways to Beef Up Our Cattle
…supplements, seeding pastures with legumes to add nitrogen to the soil, applying low levels of fertilizer, stimulating new grass growth with prescribed burning and adjusting stocking rates in response to…
Navigating the ‘Re-Hemption’ of North America
…GrowMore Fertilizer, Dr. Tom Quick. “Here in California the state legislature allowed it, but each county is weighing in. So, we have a whole variability on how it’s being utilized…