…more so that it’s the first clue that damage from cold bloom-time temperatures may not be as bad as some expected. Almond Board of California’s Bryce Spycher said what growers…
Celebrating National Walnut Day
…the walnut tree, walnuts are a high-density source of nutrients, particularly proteins and essential fatty acids. Like other tree nuts, walnuts must be processed and stored properly. Grown for their…
Controlled Environment Ag Growing
…high rates according to the report, partially due to the price premiums and significantly higher yields that technology, such as hydroponics, provides. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 05-15-18
…the Central Coast said their plants are healthier than ever. Could it be a bounce-back result from freezing February temperatures? And an important deadline for NAFTA negotiations is this week….
Conaway Comments on Trump Challenging India Market Practices
…its allowable levels of trade-distorting domestic support. Conaway says India is not the only country, however, harming U.S. agriculture. He says the global agricultural market is “awash with high and…
2018 California Almond Forecast
…almond bloom began a few days earlier than normal. The bloom period was extended, due to cold temperatures, and lasted a few weeks. Frosts during bloom hit orchards hard, especially…
China Steps Up Pork Inspections, Slowing Imports
…tensions are high, “China will enforce every possible regulation on its books.” The inspections mean delays at Chinese ports with U.S. pork now sitting in port for up to two…
Saving Tomato Seeds for Next Year’s Garden
…now to save tomato seeds and turn them into next year’s harvest. First, pick your tomato variety or varieties. It’s important to use high quality tomatoes. Next cut tomatoes in…
NRCS Resources to Increase Pollinator Populations
…monarch habitats but also provide for an economically sustainable business. Practices such as managing for high-value nectar plants such as milkweed and protecting them from exposure to pesticides can go…
Beef Industry Leaders Release National Framework for Beef Sustainability
…High-Priority Indicators. These include: animal health and well-being, efficiency and yield, employee safety and well-being, land resources, water resources, and air and greenhouse gas emissions. The Public Comment Period will…
Almond Matters: Crop Looks Strong Despite Challenges
…Doll, “this has been a surprisingly large crop in many of these fields.” Growers had been concerned about what level of damage would be caused by the low temperatures that…
Farmers’ Share of the Food Dollar at a Record Low
…tied to the food dollar expenditure. Non-farm related marketing associated with the food dollar rose to a record-high of 85.2 cents. Those expenses include things like transportation, processing, and marketing….
U.S. Beef Could Expand In E.U. To Help Avoid Trade War
…the same time French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel are making high-level diplomatic trips to Washington, D.C. Both leaders are trying to dissuade President Donald Trump from…
Natural Garden Pest Protection
…lizards snakes bats birds AND spiders. Insects too. Such as praying mantis, ladybugs, assassin bugs, and green lace wigs. A healthy garden with minimum pest problems and high organic production…