…as a winter crop. Dill won’t survive even the shortest freeze, but it also doesn’t like sweltering heat. Plant dill in the garden in the spring or early summer when…
NPPC Cancels 2019 World Pork Expo as Precaution
…only pigs and presents no human health or food safety risks. There is currently no vaccine to treat the swine disease. “While an evaluation by veterinarians and other third-party experts…
Upgrading California’s Water Grid for Future Needs
Lawmakers recently heard testimony about the needs of California’s water grid at a recent House Subcommittee meeting on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife. Several experts presented information about the current conditions…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Salmon Pappardelle Pasta
…Cajun spice 1 T Dry Chives 1 T Dry Cilantro Drizzle with Olive Oil Place on Cedar Wood Plank & Smoke for 20 Mins 185°- 215° 16 oz Fresh Cooked…
American Lamb Checkoff Program Proves Value in Recent Report
A recent report found that the American Lamb Checkoff Program is positively influencing the industry by helping increase demand and profits. The report from Texas A&M University, Return on Investment…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 04-09-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Finding Cover Crops That Work for Producers
https://youtu.be/Vft8f-CMA10 Another cover crops field day at the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s Lockeford Plant Materials Center (PMC) demonstrated how research is finding ways to make cover crops work for all…
Reporting Field Crew Property Theft
Theft has been an ongoing issue for the agriculture industry for years. People steal fruits and nuts, agriculture equipment, livestock and now personal items of field crew members. While theft…
Tips for Growing Carrots in Containers
…need to make sure you choose a deep enough pot. If the planter is too shallow, your carrots won’t have enough room to grow properly. It’s recommended that you use…
Wonderful to Run Entirely on Renewable Energy by 2025
The Wonderful Company recently announced plans to power its entire U.S. operation using only renewable energy by 2025. The Los Angeles-based agricultural company is joining a larger group of other…
Ag Employers Urged to Weigh in on Nighttime Labor Regulations
The opportunity for public comment on the proposed changes to nighttime labor regulations for the agricultural industry is nearing its end. The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) is…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 04-08-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Tamarixia and Other Biological Control Efforts to Stop ACP
Tamarixia radiata continue to be developed and released as a means to combat Asian citrus psyllids (ACP). David Morgan, program manager for the Biological Control Program at the California Department…
The Bleeding Heart Plant and How to Grow it
…bleeding heart plant is a truly unique-looking plant. It’s happiest in moist shade and guaranteed to add brightness to a gloomy spot. There are actually over twenty varieties of this…