…of the seven regions analyzed. Irrigating crops to produce feed for cattle accounted for 96 percent of total water use across all the regions. “We found that the greenhouse gas…
General Mills Continues Regenerative Agriculture Investments
…at protecting and enhancing natural resources as well as rural communities. The announcement further advances General Mills’ other efforts to improve soil health and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The…
Over $100 Million Cut from Available Ag Equipment Replacement Funds
…one program that Cap and Trade, the greenhouse gas money, it’s the one program that actually gets you emission reductions.” Governor Newsom’s proposed budget demonstrates a $400 million reduction in…
Keeping the Carbon Footprint of Livestock in Perspective
…aggressively confront greenhouse gases coming from livestock, despite agriculture as a whole only being responsible for approximately nine percent of all U.S. emissions. “It is irresponsible and it’s misguiding the…
The Western View: The Hidden Treasure of Barstow
…that Barstow is only known to some folks as a pit stop on the way to Las Vegas. Those folks hit the truck stops and the huge McDonalds at Barstow…
Western View: Why So Much For Gasoline?
…for fuel? Don’t they pump their own gas? Don’t they hear their constituents screaming in pain every time they stop at a gas station? The second mystery is, why is…
DIY Mini Greenhouse for the Patio or Balcony
Photo credit: Linsey Knerl/Pinterest Cathy’s intro: A do it yourself mini greenhouse ideal for a patio or balcony. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Building your own greenhouse…
Building a Mini Greenhouse with CD Cases
…your own mini greenhouse by using things that you already have around your house that are most likely collecting dust. Like empty plastic CD covers, for example. To make a…
Six New Dairy Biomethane Projects Receive Funding
…requiring regulations to reduce methane emissions from livestock and dairy manure operations. The CPUC established the dairy biomethane pilot program in order to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by repurposing…
New Cotton Trust Protocol Initiative
…measuring their resource use.” Some of the national sustainability goals include an increase in irrigation efficiency and overall productivity, as well as a reduction of energy use and greenhouse gas…
New Labeling Allows Romaine Lettuce Back on Shelves
…of the Northern/Central Coast of California, or that is greenhouse/hydroponically grown is safe to sell and consume. From the FDA Press Release Based on discussions with major producers and distributors,…
Several Conservation Projects Recognized at CARCD Annual Convention
…fertilization systems and to rehabilitate greenhouses to grow vegetables. “It’s been an effort over the last probably three, to four, to five years of reaching out to this community and…
Keep the Greenhouse Warm Without Electricity
…Greenhouse Warm Without Electricity The number one trick to heating a greenhouse without power is taking advantage of the sun. The sun is absolutely free energy and works day in…
Greens to Plant for Cold Weather Gardening
…like to germinate when the weather isn’t too warm. You won’t even need a greenhouse. Greens are one of the healthiest foods on the planet, providing a host of vitamins…