…program, why it’s important to know your surroundings when applying product, and the application period for NRCS Alternative Funding Agreements has been extended, learn how you can apply. Tune in…
What Your Houseplants Need for Spring
…soil. It’s also recommended that you feed your plant supplementing with Epsom salts to boost magnesium, as a lack of magnesium often causes yellowing. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content Let’s…
Almond Matters: Getting Going with Ant Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, as temperatures warm up growers will want to begin their programs for ant management. When soil temperatures begin to rise that…
Delicious Leafy Greens to Grow in Your Garden
…in well-drained soil with lots of organic matter. Romaine, Cabbage, and turnip are always on top of the list. Maybe branch out a little and try planting some Mizuna –…
Application Period for Multiple NRCS Programs Extended
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has extended the application deadline for multiple NRCS programs. Assistant State Conservationist for Programs in California RaeAnn Dubay explained that the Regional Conservationist Partnership…
Growing Onions in Your Own Garden
…transplanting seedlings you start indoors ahead of time. Onion sets should be about the size of a marble and planted before the first frost, but planted after the soil has…
How to Grow a Unique Herb that is a Favorite of Top Chefs
…environments and soils. You can even grow it in cooler climates if you use protective covers or in a greenhouse. Agretti grows in USDA Agricultural zones 8 through 11, requires…
Almond Matters: Getting Postemergence Herbicide Out Early
…way.” Now is the point in the season where growers see the efficacy of their preemergent treatments. Any soil disturbances or a lack of rainfall to activate certain preemergent materials…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 04-27-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the NRCS extending the deadline for RCP and on-farm…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-24-20
…the details on two NRCS projects that are right here in California. Also in today’s show, we talk about the importance of farmers’ mental health especially during the COVID-19 crisis…
Start a Vegetable Garden Using Old Tires
…drains more effectively from the tire than it does from poor-quality soil. It also allows for deeper soil if you have hard-packed ground. Clay soil is difficult for the roots of…
How to Grow Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea
…to plant ‘Vanilla Strawberry’ occur in late autumn, just as this paniculata hydrangea is going dormant, or in spring before rapid growth sets in. Choose a spot with rich, well-drained soil or…
Which Rock Dust is Best for Your Garden
…varied particle size means it encourages drainage in clay soils. Gypsum is a good source of calcium and improves the cation exchange in clay soils. Some people also use mineral…
Producers Seeing Farm Vision with NRCS Conservation Support
…the land’s physical challenges into a stewardship example with the help of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Ron and Judy found out about NRCS from a flyer and enlisted the…