…turnips, Kale, Chard, Spinach, and Collards. More than enough for a Thanksgiving feast, and these vegetables can be harvested even after the holiday. So while summer may be coming to…
Industry Responds to Newsom Endorsement of Proposition 15
…a particularly poor time to make people pay more for basic necessities such as milk, eggs, fresh fruits and vegetables. Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia also announced his…
Week in Review: Smoke Challenges for Winegrapes, Warming Temperatures to Change CA Production
…have developed plans to help protect domestic production of fruit and vegetables from the challenges created by foreign imports. All of the top agriculture headlines can be found in your…
Farm Sector Profits Forecast Highlights Importance of Government Aid
…fruits and nuts are expected to increase. At the same time, net farm income is projected to increase by nearly 22 percent in inflation-adjusted 2020 dollars and net farm income…
Plans Outlined to Support American Producers of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Federal agencies have outlined plans to help protect American producers from threats created by foreign imports of fresh fruits and vegetables. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), the…
UCCE Continuing Education Seminars for September and October
…On September 9, Orchard Systems Advisor Franz Niederholzer will be reviewing almond IPM practices. Vegetable Crops Advisor, Amber Vinchesi-Vahl will be discussing pest issues in vegetables along with a research…
California Crop Production to Be Impacted by Warming Temperatures
…the duration of that crops growing season,” said Marklein. California crop production for vegetables such as broccoli and lettuce may actually benefit from warmer temperatures according to the study. Weather…
Enhanced PACA Training Being Offered Online by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is offering a detailed training course online for individuals and companies that buy and sell fruits and vegetables. The new training…
4-H Gives Incarcerated Youth Freedom to Try Their Hands at Growing Vegetables
…garden at the detention facility. With grants from a local community group, the youths have learned how to grow their own vegetables and prepare them to eat. “The youth enjoy…
Tricks to Keep Summer Gardens Looking Their Best: Midwest
…in final ripening stages: An abundant supply of water dilutes tomato flavor and makes the fruits more susceptible to cracking. This month it’s also time to start thinking about Spring….
USDA’s Food Box Program Receives Another Adjustment
…six pounds of root vegetables, between four and six pounds of fruits with longer shelf life, one or two leafy vegetables, and one or two locally grown items when available….
Getting to the Bottom of Why Those Tomatoes Aren’t Ripening
Getting to the bottom of why those tomatoes aren’t growing in your garden.That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Nothing is more frustrating than seeing the green fruits bursting…
Keeping a Cute, Tiny Critter from Invading Your Garden
…from your garden and love to climb trees to harvest nuts and fruits. Beyond eating your plants, they also like to dig. Several techniques to keep them out include using…
Stopping Bears from Making a Picnic Out of Your Garden
…a challenge. Planning and using safe human deterrents is key. Bears are more frequently visiting gardens these days and they’re most attracted to fruits, nuts, veggies, and berry bushes. While…