…is that those things impede drainage and encourage soil compaction. When you garden in incomplete soil that doesn’t contain all the various inorganic elements like rocks, silt, and clay, you…
California Rice Salmon Pilot Project Making Steady Progress
…for the fish in California rice fields. The project is largely being funded through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in an effort to develop the process on a larger…
UC ANR extends information to more Californians online while social distancing
…lunch pick up. Each package contained one vegetable plant seedling, a small bag of potting soil, a small pot and instructions for planting. Starting in Napa County on April 11,…
Some Herbs You Can Grow in Water
…cutting. It’s as easy as filling a glass of water and placing a cutting in the water to root. No soil is required. For best results, place the jar in…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-08-20
…soil health. We discuss the role of soil carbon in natural climate solutions and talk about the importance of agriculturists communicating with consumers about the food and farming industry. Tune…
On-Farm Trial Looks at Holistic Impact of Soil Health Practices
The first On-Farm Trial in California from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is looking at the collective impact soil health practices can have on orchard…
Almond Matters: Seasonal Priorities for Growers
…season progresses are optimizing tree nutrition and being mindful of disease pressures. “If nutrition is optimized – coupled with adequate soil moisture and sunlight of course – you could maximize…
Discovery of Plant Rust in Your Garden
…hot, humid gardening season. Gardens with poorly draining soil or plants that are over-watered frequently are also susceptible to the disease. Rust Leaves in Zinnia Flowers The fungal disease spreads…
Shrubs to Make Your Spring Garden Shine
…spring landscape. Heath is a tiny, compact shrub that’s ideal for rock gardens and other spots with well-drained acidic soil. When it blooms, it produces huge numbers of pink, white,…
USDA Service Centers Open for Business by Phone Appointment Only
…NRCS services are available to customers through the Conservation Client Gateway. Customers can track payments, report completed practices, request conservation assistance, and electronically sign documents. Customers who do not already…
Applications Still Being Accepted for Conservation Innovation Grants
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is still accepting applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG). The funding assistance program is designed to support new technologies or approaches that reinforce NRCS…
Adding Under-Used Perennials to Your Garden
…in fresh or dried arrangements. Globe thistle is heat- and drought-resistant and will grow easily in any well-drained soil. Bergenia, also commonly called Pig Squeak, simply because the leaves are…
Sivanto Applications Showing Strong Results for Growers
…to look at alternative modes of application of Sivanto. So, trying to give growers the option of doing some soil-applied treatments with Sivanto and we found those to be rather…
Growing Bonsai Even if You Are a Beginner
…and leaves or cause the soil to expand and pots to break. When grown indoors, bonsai grow well in medium to bright light and consistent soil moisture. Bonsai trees will…