…problematic in the future because of warming temperatures, UC Cooperative Extension scientists report in Science of the Total Environment. Nuts left in almond orchards after harvest can provide a home for…
National Cattlemen’s Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications
…an issue in the industry along with potential solutions to the issue must also be included. To be eligible for the scholarships, applicants must be a graduating high school senior…
Growing and Harvesting Bell Peppers
Growing and harvesting your homegrown bell peppers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By ukjent/Shutterstock Bell peppers need warm soil and warm temperatures to thrive. To encourage faster…
Industry Groups Encourage Mandatory Labeling for Cell-Based Meat
…high.” The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and FSIS agreed to a joint framework of regulation when it comes to cell-based meat products. The agencies decided in March 2019…
Audit Data Shows Strong Compliance with New LGMA Water Requirements
…growers are complying with the latest LGMA water requirements at a high rate. LGMA has had comprehensive water testing requirements since the program was first created nearly 15 years ago….
Increasing More Targeted Cattle Grazing Is A ‘Win-Win-Win Opportunity’
…state on average,” Rao noted. The research project highlights the value that cattle grazing can have for reducing fire fuels. Rao hopes that it will cause ranchers to start thinking…
Beef Industry Challenges to Be Addressed Through USDA Initiatives
…AMS, the accuracy of the AMS estimated slaughter report is high with usually only a 0.5% differential compared to the FSIS actual slaughter data. We believe dropping ‘estimated’ from the…
Bringing Struggling Hanging Basket Plants Back to Life
…for roots to expand out and bring in nutrients quickly. Next, fill the bottom of the basket with a high quality potting soil. Before sitting the root ball into the…
The Western View: Compared to 1876, This Election is Tame
…and in Washington. Democrats were particularly motivated, claiming their candidate was well ahead in the popular vote. However, they would lose in the electoral college. Emotions were running high and…
What Plants You Need to Water Before Winter
What plants to water before winter. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Many plants die from dehydration as well as cold winter temperatures. Continue to water trees, shrubs…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-05-20
…ballot, a pesky bug resurging in fall crops and mitigating the effects of rising temperatures on crops across the state. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes,…
A Few Tips for Moving Plants Indoors for the Winter
…may throw the botanical equivalent of a temper tantrum by withering and dropping their leaves. Here’s how to bring your houseplants inside again once temperatures start dropping. Move your houseplants…
Growing One of the Most Used Spices in the World
…outside in spring when temperatures are consistently higher than 60°F. Any lower than this and peppercorn will struggle or even die. Peppercorn plant By Aruna at Malayalam Wikipedia, CC BY-SA…
Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Clean Up the Fall Garden
…and storage. Leaving flower heads full of seed can be critical for winter songbirds whose resources dwindle as the season goes along. Seeds tend to be high in fat content…