…will tell you the mature size of the plant. In general, determinate plants tend to be smaller than indeterminate tomatoes. Small plants for containers often have names like ‘patio’ or…
The California Kitchen: 7 Minute Skirt Steak
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing 7 Minute Skirt Steak with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: TT S+P 2 LB Steak…
Broadband Map Fix Will Reveal Needs
(AFBF) — The House of Representatives passed Farm Bureau-backed legislation that will improve the accuracy of broadband coverage maps to better identify needs. The Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability…
Farm System Reform Act Looks to Overhaul Animal Agriculture
Legislation was recently unveiled that would significantly alter the landscape of animal agriculture in the United States, particularly livestock production. The Farm System Reform Act of 2019 would establish a…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-20-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering an autonomous truck that made the first cross country…
Autonomous Truck Makes First Cross Country Butter Delivery
…was on board at all time for safety reasons while the truck performed autonomously through various types of weather and road conditions. The latest sensor technology, along with deep learning…
Strong Year for U.S. Cotton Exports
While the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) made a significant reduction to its production estimate for the 2019-2020 domestic cotton crop, the export market appears to remain strong for U.S. cotton. …
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…
USMCA Vote Moves Deal Closer to Ratification
…turkey, and eggs in Canada. The trade deal will also eliminate Canada’s wheat grading system, which will allow U.S. producers to be more competitive. “NAWG applauds those Members of Congress…
Proceeding with Caution in Hemp Industry
…kind of see how it plays out in the future.” Joshua Kress, Pest Exclusion Branch Chief for the Plant Health and Pest Prevention Services Division at CDFA, explained to the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-19-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how trade relations with China are impacting the almond…
Almond Update: China Dispute Impact and Overall Picture
The announcement of the ‘phase-one’ agreement with China was good news for industries across California. However, the dispute has been going on long enough to show effects on supply chains…
USDA Encourages Input for EQIP Rule
…2020. The EQIP program helps producers plan and implement more than 150 different conservation practices on working lands. The interim rule, which includes changes made through the 2018 Farm Bill,…
Sun-Loving Vegetables and Herbs for Your Garden
…towel on your garden planning, think about some of these full-sun loving plants. Okra. It’s a southern favorite that thrives in heat and is extremely hardy, even in the driest…