…tolerate that quite well,” said Kaffka. “It’s deep-rooted, so it may be able to use water that’s lost by other crops and also some nutrients lost by other crops. So,…
‘Windows of Opportunity’ for Summer Cover Crops
…water infiltration, helps with weed suppression, enhances nutrient cycling, reduces soil compaction, and improves water holding capacity. Tom Johnson, with Kamprath Seed Company, has been partnering with the NRCS Lockeford…
How to Deal with Gardening Burnout
…drought or nutrient, nutrient deficiencies, struggling financially and finding it tough to upkeep your garden on a tight budget. Some of your crops have failed. Or, feeling fatigued and uninterested…
Registration Open for Annual Nutrient Management Conference
Registration is open for the annual nutrient management conference hosted by CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program and the Western Plant Health Association. The 27th annual conference is being held October 27-30 at…
Keeping Plants Healthy with Foliar Feeding
…/ Pixabay Foliar feeding dates back to the 18-hundreds and has become one of the most popular plant-feeding methods. It allows growers to offer plants essential nutrients and minerals, which…
An ARS Focus on the Northern Plains: Finding New Ways to Beef Up Our Cattle
…dioxide (CO2) levels in the atmosphere continue to increase and while that stimulates plant growth, it also means plants have less nitrogen, which is a key nutrient. Agricultural Research Service…
Prune Harvest Around The Corner, Considerations from UCCE
…harvest, stress should be mild to moderate (-12 to -16 bars). Post-Harvest When making fall nutrient management decisions consider your July leaf sample results and crop load. If nitrogen levels…
Right Fertilizer for the Ultimate Tomato Harvest
…the base of your plants. As it rains or you water your plants, the granules release nutrients into your soil. For extended fertilizing, choose slow release formulas, which release nutrients…
217 Projects Receive Nearly $13 Million in Healthy Soils Grants
…and other benefits such as nutrient, water and dust management.” A total of 194 projects dispersed throughout 45 counties will be receiving $8.7 million in funding through the HSP Incentives…
Last Day to Apply for Conservation Stewardship Program is May 10
…adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as advanced irrigation techniques and precision nutrient application. Anyone interested in the Conservation Stewardship Program will need to show records of previous management activities and…
OFAC Begins Educational Seminar Series in Salinas
…four hours for DPR. One with Laws and Regulations and three in the Other category,” Driver noted. “We also have six hours for CCA license holders. One-and-half-hours in Nutrient Management,…
Almond Update: Lots of Nutrients and Water Management Education Coming Up
A series of meetings aiming to assist growers with nutrient and water management begins Thursday, March 14 in the Central Valley. Almond Board of California’s Spencer Cooper said ABC is…
Growing Your Own Ginger
…simply place the eye facing upward about three inches deep in good, nutrient-rich soil. Don’t let the soil dry out but also don’t overwater. Ginger doesn’t require much sunlight. It’s…
Veggies for Raised Garden Beds
…hardy kale to make cold frames and extend the growing season. Chard loves the supportive atmosphere of a raised bed. It’ll keep the soil loose and nutrient dense, allowing big…