…methods for clearing the market of excess almond hulls by increasing consumption rates in dairy cows. “What we found was, we could feed those higher levels of almond hulls and…
USDA Continues Focus on Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
…resources to all stakeholders. The Office of the Chief Scientist (OCS): OCS is continuing to provide strategic guidance and communication on high priority research issues of national importance. OCS is…
Ensuring Food Safety Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
…or frozen temperatures.” State and federal agencies are all recommending implementing good hygienic routines such as frequent hand washing and avoiding close contact with people who are sick. While there…
How to Spot and Get Rid of Whiteflies
…They’re extremely common and are able to hide easily among plants because of their minuscule size. They’re very active in the summertime and can’t tolerate the colder temperatures of winter….
How to Sell Your Cut Flowers at Farmers Market
…Cut Flowers at Farmers Market Flowers are in high demand. And growing beautiful cut flowers can make you some good money at your local farmer’s market. All of these things…
Almond Update: Three Factors Make Up Optimal Yield Equation
…Stong Spring Bloom Depends On Previous Year’s Practices Part Three: Bees, IPM, Nutrients Key To High Percentage Fruit Set Part Four: Water, Nutrients, Tree Health, Sunlight Interception Determine Final Kernal…
Farming Incentives Being Offered by NRCS to Address Air Quality
…mobile engines that are high polluters,” said NRCS Program Specialist Erik Beardsley. “There’s air quality standards and counties that are not meeting those air quality standards. The farmers in those…
Growing the Marshmallow Plant in Your Garden
…and it was the inspiration for the sweet treat we know today. Marshmallow is a perennial flowering plant that grows in damp areas. It stands 3-4 feet high with a…
Curious Trend in Cover Cropping in California
…of barriers that California farmers highlighted as preventing them from integrating cover crops into their operation. Agronomic issues such as how to establish a cover crop in an orchard, or…
California Snowpack Roughly Half of Average Despite Driest February on Record
…the warm front that has moved into California over the past few weeks. “Luckily though our snowpack is sticking around. Even with the increased temperatures, the amount of water in…
Live, Adult Spotted Lanternfly Found in California
…are also of high preference. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has categorized the possible hosts to grapevines, fruit trees, and hardwoods. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45103-PFI4M What SLF Can Do to Hosts…
Growing the Golden Child of the Vegetable World
…blood sugar, too. The high amount of vitamin C also helps with immune function. There are many parsnip varieties, including the All American, a faster-maturing variety that matures in 95…
Late Season Cold Front Allows Central Valley Citrus to Remain Strong
…Creamer explained that the cold temperatures that came through recently weren’t too tough on growers. “The cold spell that kind of hit us last week and it’s still kind of…
Differences Between Peas and Beans
…produce when nighttime temperatures drop significantly. Peas, on the other hand, grow best in cooler temperatures. In the kitchen, there’s a marked difference between how beans and peas are handled….