You have planned your garden, figured out what you want to grow. Now it is time to get the seed. Cathy Isom has some cost-saving tips for buying seeds for…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 02-27-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering China’s consideration of California avocados, a survey that looks…
Before Buying Seeds for Your Garden
…in your area. All plants have specific requirements that must be met for them to grow well. Every growing area has its challenges. Beyond just knowing your USDA planting zone,…
After More Than A Decade, Avocados Getting Consideration to China
California avocados still don’t have access to China, but that might be finally changing. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is planning to review the California Avocado Commission’s…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 02-26-19
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,…
The Western View: The Hidden Treasure of Barstow
…a large Army warfare training center, and Goldstone – the big listening post NASA created to communicate with satellites out wandering amongst the planets and beyond. But all those things…
Saving Kitchen Scraps for the Spring Garden
…provide a bump of nitrogen to plants and condition the soil. Banana peels will provide a boost of potassium and phosphorus. Once dried out they can be crushed, torn into…
President Trump Announces Tariff Deadline Extension
…March 1. Assuming both sides make additional progress, we will be planning a Summit for President Xi and myself, at Mar-a-Lago, to conclude an agreement. A very good weekend for…
New Report Details Options for Addressing Water Issues
A recently released report provides different options for addressing water issues in the San Joaquin Valley. Research conducted on behalf of the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) estimates that…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 02-25-19
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,…
Researching Additional Scouting Strategies for ACP
Several research projects continue at UC Riverside, evaluating different strategies for better detection of Asian citrus psyllid (ACP). One of the Assistant Cooperative Extension Specialists, Monique Rivera is looking into…
Estimating Worm Potential a New Idea for NOW Management
Navel orangeworm is an ongoing issue for nut growers and estimating worm potential could be a valuable tool in management. “One of the bases of integrated pest management is doing…
Growing Weeds You Can Eat
…is ok to forage. Some plants have look-alikes that can be unpleasant and also dangerous. Also, be absolutely sure the weeds haven’t been treated with chemicals such a weed-killer. Some…
Nightshade An Example of What Broomrape Could Be
Pink broomrape on dry grass Eliminating broomrape weed now may prevent what nightshade has become. Retired UC Cooperative Extension Advisor Gene Miyao believes the tomato industry should look at banding…