…behind from your wood burning as a compost for your garden or lawn. Wood ash will help soil rejuvenate, and adding it at the right time can give nutrient boosts…
NRCS Resources to Increase Pollinator Populations
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is working to increase pollinator populations by aiding farmers in making conservation improvements to help monarch butterflies and…
Armed to Farm Program Provides Veterans with Farming Skills
…is designed to provide an in-depth introduction to all facets of farming. There are workshops focused on soil and pest management, along with presentations on the business and financial side…
The Western View: Moapa Valley
In the 1850’s, farmers from the United States began a massive migration, crossing the continent first to the gold fields in Colorado and California then to the rich soil and…
Agricultural Broadband Bill Important Milestone, Farm Bureau Says
…based on soil conditions down to the square inch. Such precision maximizes yield, lowers environmental impact and improves profitability at a time when farmers must watch every penny to survive….
Dealing with Compacted Soil
Compacted soil is something every gardener deals with at the beginning of most garden seasons. Cathy Isom has some ways to deal with compacted soil in your garden. That’s coming…
Plan Your Ultimate Flower and Veggie Garden
…lastly, before getting started, survey your soil. Good soil is key to a successful and bountiful garden. For ground planting, test the soil with a soil sample kit and turn…
Farm bill discussions will affect all Californians
…have helped farmers, ranchers and foresters promote air, water and soil health, and those programs should remain a priority,” he said. “The new farm bill should also enhance programs to…
Converting Your Lawn to a Garden
…sun, water, and soil to thrive, so it’s important to find the best possible spaces for growing food. Sun should be a major factor. It’s also helpful to have a…
USDA Warns Dangerous Pests are Emerging, Adds Cherry Fruit Fly to Alert List
…States. It can be introduced to new places through the movement of soil or infested fruit from areas where the pest occurs. “Controlling the spread of invasive pests depends on…
April Celebrated as National Lawn and Garden Month
…your lawn recycles the plant nutrients back into the soil and is a great fertilizer. Enjoy the weeks ahead as your celebrate Nat’l Lawn & Garden Month. I’m Cathy Isom……
NRCS, Partners Seek to Assist Bi-State Sage-Grouse Area Ranchers with Conservation through Partnership Project
…up cutoff dates. The EQIP funds are to assist with land improvements that will help address the following resource concerns: soil erosion, soil quality degradation, insufficient water, water quality degradation,…
Celebrating National Spinach Day
…can work the soil. Add some spinach to a salad or on pizza, in a sandwich or a delicious dip. You can also enjoy some creamed spinach or add spinach…
Celebrating National Poultry Day
…Christmas, the USDA reports the average American consumes 222 pounds of chicken or turkey every year. It is believed that chicken was introduced to American soil by the European explorers…