…off maintenance – weeding, feeding, and watering are a way of life for gardening. Without these 3 things, plants will stress and shut down. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content Let’s…
Mechanical Pruning of a New Raisin Variety at KARE
Before pruning After pruning Industry members got an opportunity to see two machines perform mechanical pruning in vineyards this week at the 2020 Grape Mechanical Pruning Field Demo that was…
Confronting the Challenges of the Organic Sector
…we’re working hard on mechanical or automated weeding, and that’s extremely important to us because the labor cost in the U.S. keeps rising,” said Smith. “If we can get tools…
How to Build Raised Garden Beds
…of raised beds facilitates performance of repetitive plant care tasks, such as weeding, pruning, and harvesting herbs throughout the summer for cooking. In addition, this outdoor workbench will come in…
Tips to Help Maximize Greenhouse Space
…places to stand to make watering, weeding, and harvesting easy. A greenhouse, like any garden, needs planned paths so you don’t damage your plants getting around. Plan to put your…
Best Organic Weed Control Methods
…are categorized as such because they don’t involve synthetic chemicals. Organic weed control methods involve mechanical and biological controls. Ingredients used in organic pest-control concoctions are typically naturally derived. When…
Using Water Troughs for a Garden
…sturdy and last a long time. Water troughs in the garden are a handy way to reduce weeding, increase your gardening area, and help you avoid burrowing animals. Pinterest Some…
Lockout/Tagout Compliant Means All Machines
…realizing all of the mechanical things entering the facility. “I had the opportunity to meet with an equipment manufacturer…their mechanics are not following lockout/tagout/blockout protocol when it comes to doing…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 05-24-19
…unseasonal weather, USDA announced a second tariff relief package, the latest episode of voices of the valley talks about autonomous weeding machines, and our Almond Matters segment reminds growers that…
Mechanical Vineyard Pruning Possible Without Replanting
One of the major concerns regarding mechanical vineyard pruning is the time and cost associated with replanting a vineyard in a manner that would accommodate the process. However, a report…
Mechanical Pruning Becoming More Viable for Grape Producers
Researchers continue to look at how mechanical operations affect crops as labor costs continue to rise. Central Valley wine, table grape and raisin growers gathered in Fresno County to watch…
Planning Ahead for Your Spring Garden
…it to notice the lettuce needs a little water, or the garden is in need of a little weeding. Consider using garden beds around patios and/or containers on a balcony….
USDA Announces Receipt of 136 Expressions of Interest in Hosting ERS & NIFA
…Area Foundation(BRAF), Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry (LDAF), Louisiana State University (LSU), and Southern University and & Mechanical College (SUAM) Agricultural MD Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development MD Montgomery County…
Mitigating Wildfire Risk with Livestock Grazing
…Grazing is also a more environmentally friendly approach when compared to chemical or mechanical means of addressing overgrown weeds and grasses. Using livestock to manage rangelands is also more cost-effective…