…brought it home. Cut it again before putting it in the stand. The main reason for doing this is to help the tree’s cut end better absorb water. Remember that…
Almond Update: Heading Into 2022 with Industry Optimism
…it’s hard to sort of see the forest through the trees but I think we need to do that,” said Waycott. “There’s some positive things out there and I hope…
Ag Exports Largely Overcome Logistical Challenges But Could Have Been Better
…been a lot of challenges in the California ports. That has had a negative impact on the tree nut industry, as a perfect example. Seventy percent of our tree nuts…
Sustainable Options for that Holiday Tree
Some sustainable options for your holiday tree this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Real, or living, Christmas trees are the dream scenario for the holiday. Unfortunately,…
Ways to Make Autumn Leaves Work for the Garden
…This time of year, if you have a yard with trees, you likely have your fair share of fallen leaves. And, no matter how often you rake, there is always…
Agronomic Minute: Getting Ahead of Walnut Blight
…that you have a solid plan in place for managing that walnut blight to protect your trees and protect your yield going into this next season.” Growers that may be…
Beautiful Shrubs to Add Colorful Winter Interest to the Garden
…border of bright colorful flowering shrubs and trees Winter has a beauty all its own, especially when you include plants with eye-catching features during the colder months. Try adding these…
Growing a New Tree from a Store-Bought Apple
…from the time you planted your seeds to when the resulting trees will be mature enough to produce their first fruits. And remember when they do, those fruits will likely…
California Receives Significant Specialty Crop Investment
…(SCBGP) to support U.S. farmers growing fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and nursery crops. Of the total funding support being provided, California has received $54.5 million for SCBGP projects in 2021….
Reasons to Leave Tree Removal to the Experts
Why you should leave it to the experts when it comes to removing trees on your property. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by hagenstaadt from Pixabay…
Proper Steps to Safely Cut Down a Tree
The proper steps to safely cut down a tree. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Forester or lumberjack man cuts down hardwood trees using his chainsaw in forest….
Safety Cautions and Preparations for Tree Cutting and Felling
…trees can begin, prep work will make all the difference between success and something much, much worse. As a recent study noted, logging is one of the most dangerous occupations…
Right Supplies for Safely Cutting Down Trees
Choosing the right supplies for safely cutting down trees. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by hagenstaadt from Pixabay Cutting down a tree takes planning and care…
New Study Reveals the Dangers of Tree Felling
…research looked at logging and commercial landscaping services together over a ten year period where workers in both fields used different methods to fell trees. Coming up this week on…