…do to get ready for the best-looking lawn this season. As temperatures warm and days lengthen, you should watch your watering. By going easier on the irrigation, you force the…
Seaweed Feed Reduces Cattle Emissions More Than 80 Percent
…the high forage diets resulted in emission reductions between 50 and 60 percent. However, the feedlot type of diet was what resulted in emission reductions of more than 80 percent….
Tree that Grows and Provides Healthy Nuts for a Lifetime
…them 40 feet tall! Macadamia nuts are calorie-rich that are high in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. They’re also linked to several benefits, including improved digestion, heart health, weight management,…
Safe Line Speeds During COVID-19 Act Reintroduced
…is imperative that we ensure worker safety on slaughter lines,” said Thompson. “Safety cannot be exchanged for high production. During this unprecedented time of COVID-19, we should take the necessary…
ARS Launches New Project to Engage the Next Generation of Researchers
…Research Service aimed at educational outreach in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The Three Sisters Project will work to foster opportunities for high school students to explore career…
Agricultural Exports Projected to Grow Over Next 10 Years
…and wheat. In 2020, high-value products such as animal products comprised 69 percent of agricultural exports. High-value exports are projected to outpace bulk commodities after dropping slightly in 2021 to…
When Will It Be Safe to Start Planting Plants and Seed Outside
…occurred in past years in your region. A “frost” date really means when temperatures fall to 32°F or lower, which is cold enough to damage leaves or kill tender plants….
American Grown: My Job Depends on Ag
…to kids in high school going to college majoring in ag. That’s been a real rewarding effort,” Malanca noted. “We’re blessed with My Job Depends on Ag to take our…
E.M. Tharp, WAE Announce Scholarship Winners
World Ag Expo® and E.M. Tharp, Inc. have teamed up again for the 14th annual “We Believe in Growing” scholarship, which supports local high school students who will be attending…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-04-21
…its second season, reports of good pollination despite wind and temperatures, and the CA snow levels matching the low water storage levels. Tune in to the show for these news…
Almond Update: Pollination Seems Good Despite Wind and Temperatures
Variable temperatures and windy conditions are hindering pollination this season but growers are still reporting a good bloom period so far. Stanislaus producer Eric Genzoli said the wind events can be problematic for bees…
Reasons You Need to Grow Aloe Vera in the Garden
…cheap to buy as mature plants. Aloe vera is a succulent plant, which means it has high water content. The good news about this is that it can survive droughts…
Lawmakers Ask Biden for Rural Broadband Infrastructure Improvements
…the need for better broadband access. Biden has indicated that improvements to infrastructure are a significant priority for his Administration. “In the 21st Century, high-speed broadband is no longer a…
Good, yet Lower, 2021 Avocado Forecast Due to Weather
…was correct. The California Avocado Commission said fall and winter weather events including high winds have dropped the production forecast eight percent. The commission now believes the total yield for the 2020/2021…