…growth and bright, tender stalks. Parsnips need nutrient-dense soil that’s loose enough to grow long and strong in. Give these sweet roots a raised bed of rich soil and watch…
Helping Producers Aid Monarch Butterfly
…Carlos Suarez, state conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California. “NRCS offers more than three dozen conservation practices that enable producers to help monarchs and other pollinators…
Combat Common Weed Threats to Tree Nuts to Maximize Yields
…they breach the soil surface with pre-emergent products such as Alion® herbicide from Bayer. Pre-emergent herbicides prevent normal weed seed germination and development, killing them before or as they emerge…
USDA Seeking Public Input on Wetland Determination Guidance
…timeliness and customer service in administering the wetland conservation provisions and ensuring these provisions are consistent with the statute. Learn more about conservation compliance on the NRCS website. Source: USDA/NRCS…
Growing the Enchanted Chamomile Plant
…They like warm, loose soil, so keep their little pots at around 70 degrees for ideal germination rates. Cover the seeds with just 1/4 inch of soil and keep it…
Consider Natural Irrigation for your Garden
…rainwater that accumulates in low spots, driveway runoffs, or roof catchments, for example, can be slowed, spread and soaked into the soil of your garden bed rather than draining away….
Almond Matters: Orchard Planting Considerations
…typically begin about a year in advance of planting to ensure the variety that is desired will be available and allow enough time to perform the necessary soil preparations. Once…
Producing Grapes on Marginal Land Research
…resistance and good tolerance to drought conditions. Those rootstocks included 1616c, Schwarzmann, 140Ru, Ramsey and 1103P. There are several other issues in the soils he is looking at, including boron…
Planning Ahead for Your Spring Garden
…actual work begins in the months ahead, now is the time to start thinking about finding the right plants and getting a good line on soil, mulch, and all the…
Biosolorization a Potential Tool for Producers?
…producers another tool against soil-borne pests. The process is called biosolorization. Using the sun to solarize soil is nothing new but the process which covers the ground with a plastic…
Transform Raised Garden Bed into a Cold Frame
…wind protection for the plants. Also, the roof will trap heat inside, keeping plants and soil warm during the cool days of spring or fall. This solution works best for…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provided technical assistance to more than 900,000 land managers, and comprehensive planning assistance to over 100,000 producers in 2018. This work resulted in conservation plans for…
Measuring Costs and Benefits of Different Farming Systems
…the contributing factors for a renewed focus on soil management techniques in recent years. “All farmers invest in new equipment, they invest in their buildings, so invest in your soils…
World Ag Expo Gearing Up with Top Product Winners
…improve profitability with lower water cost, higher yield, and better-quality fruit. Our system provides on-line irrigation guidance, “how much and how often to irrigate”, and feedback from soil moisture sensors…