…to trim trees, even in the high-fire-risk zones. In some places they’ve been forced to reduce the distances they trim, to as little as 4 feet, by these lawsuits. As…
Incubator Farm to Help Develop New Agronomic Strategies
…looking at the trees. Attendees looking at the Netafim system that applies the products. “It is a matter of being able to identify our best management practices for nutrient use…
Why Fall is the Best Time to Plant Trees
We all know the importance trees play to our planet. Cathy Isom lets us know why now is the time to get out and plant some trees. That’s coming up…
Catastrophic Decline of the Western Monarch
Monarchs cluster in the eucalyptus trees at the Natural Bridges State Park. Santa Cruz, California. The Monarch Butterfly is an important native of the American West. Not only is it…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 10-23-19
…residue on produce in California, hemp holding its value for organic growers, and why citations have become the new normal for fruit and nut producers. Tune in to the show…
Citrus Grower Offer Extended
Through Nufarm TreeFirst, citrus growers may qualify for Mycoshield® treatment at no cost. Growers purchasing a minimum of 1,000 citrus trees for planting from participating nurseries will qualify for Mycoshield…
Almond Update: Sanitation a Must as Harvest Wraps Up
California is on the home stretch of the 2019 almond harvest with later varieties like Fritz and Monterey now coming off the trees. UC Cooperative Extension Entomology Farm Advisor David…
Off-Year Pistachio Crop Lighter Than Expected; Size and Quality Strong
…Executive Director Richard Matoian. “So, that’s a little disappointing there.” Nut size and quality become even more important factors for years that are expected to be lighter in terms of…
Growing Drumstick Plants for Year-Round Greens
…inch deep in the soil. You can plant up to 7 dwarf moringa trees in one large pot. Most people who grow Moringa do so for the leaves and the…
Programs Help Producers Reach Dust Reduction Goals
Assistance programs are helping nut producers around the state reach their dust reduction goals. Kern County producer Bret Sill with Sill Properties said taking advantage of programs that help growers…
Popular Tropical Fruit to Grow at Home
…to Grow at Home Growing heat loving or tropical plants is possible in containers. And one plant that works best is the Banana Tree. Bananas technically aren’t trees, but herbaceous…
Some Natural Ways to Kill Poison Ivy
…climb on trees or your house. Others are bush varieties. There are ways of getting rid of it using natural methods. One example is combining one cup of salt and…
USDA Resources Available for Farmers Hurt by 2018, 2019 Disasters
…losses of certain crops, trees, bushes or vines in counties with a Presidential Emergency Disaster Declaration or a Secretarial Disaster Designation (primary counties only). Disaster losses must have been a…
Wasps are Beneficial Insects for Your Garden
…Unfortunately for us, wasps are attracted to open cans of soda pop, fruit juice, fallen apples beneath fruit trees, and other sweet foods. Be sure to cover drinks and open…