…and pruning. Mood elevation happens when seeing the fruits of your labor… especially when starting those plants,whether they are fruits, veggies or flowers, from seedlings. Another thing that will make…
States Among Most Vulnerable from Proposed Tariffs
…of total personal income because of their large metro areas. Outside the middle of the country, California and Washington will see tariff impacts as they are major producers of fruits…
Ways to Waste Less Food
…you have and nothing gets forgotten. Consider canning and pickling. Preserve fruits and vegetables you can eat later. Turn food waste into compost. Or check to see if your city…
It Only Takes One Person to Spread Invasive Pests
…to travel? Whether it’s between states or to another country, check with your local USDA office before you bring back fruits, vegetables or plants so you know what’s allowed. And…
First CRISPR Developed Foods to Hit Shelves Within 10 Years
…CRISPR developed fruits and vegetables on shelves within five to 10 years. The competition at DuPont hopes to release the first product made using ingredients from CRISPR corn within the…
China Enacts Tariffs Targeting U.S. Pork
…comply with the security exceptions provision.” China alleges the move by trump caused “serious damage” to China’s interests. China is targeting U.S. items, including fruits, along with the 25 percent…
Chinese Tariff Increase Will Be Tough on California Ag
…United States. Several major California commodities are going to be affected by a 15 percent tariff increase including fruits, nuts, and wine. Pork and seven other products will experience a…
USDA Warns Dangerous Pests are Emerging, Adds Cherry Fruit Fly to Alert List
…homegrown plants, fruits or vegetables from areas with known pests. Also, don’t mail these items or agricultural-based souvenirs from international trips to yourself or others. When traveling within the U.S.,…
April Celebrated as National Lawn and Garden Month
…amount of produce if properly planned. Flower gardens make a yard look beautiful and welcoming. Vegetable gardens give the added bonus of providing fresh vegetables for your table. Now is…
Grow Indoor Edible Plants
…you can enjoy to not only look at — but also eat? Feed your body, mind, and soul with brilliantly colored flowers, aromatic herbs, and sweet and savory fruits and…
Agri View: Carrot Production
…the size of your finger or one 8 to 10 inches long, it is still one of the most consumed vegetables. But, although most of the refrigerators hold this long…
China Retaliations to Harm U.S. Ag
…Friday that if the trade situation “continues to deteriorate,” the lives of farmers and ranchers “will become more difficult.” China is mainly targeting U.S. steel products, fresh and dried fruits,…
Preparing for Autumn and Winter Gardening
…in the ground for wintertime plucking. This list includes vegetables similar to those in the early spring: such as spinach, kale, lettuce, peas, radishes, and beets. Most of these vegetables,…
Right Time to Plant for Summer Veggies
In the second part of her series on preparing and planting your garden, Cathy Isom fills us in about the right time to start on those summer vegetables for your…