Biological materials play an important part in integrated pest management, particularly in organic systems. Vegetable crops have a variety of arthropod pests that impact production, including different types of thrips,…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 10-20-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features a preview of the upcoming Organic Grower Summit, as well as reports about…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 10-19-21
…about the success of keeping psyllids out of organic citrus, and a report from this year’s CAPCA Conference in Reno. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews,…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-18-21
…information on increasing organic sales, and a report on industry members pushing for more trade opportunities for farmers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features…
Nearly $2 Million Invested To Help Support Organic Industry
…National Organic Program, the initiative aims to support the long-term growth of the organic industry. “Organic farmers, ranchers, businesses and consumers all rely on a fair and competitive organic market…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 10-05-21
…on issues of branched broomrape, and some USDA investment in organic production. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous Farm…
Over $30 Million Invested in Organic Research and Extension
…will be funded through grants made possible by the Organic Transitions Program, which supports projects that assist existing and transitioning organic livestock and crop producers adopt organic practices and improve…
Caring for Your Guava Tree Once You Get it in Soil
…for the first year. Guava tees appreciate a deep watering but allow the soil to dry before you water again. It also loves a good organic mulch. Try using leaves,…
MSOB: Questions to Answer in Future Biological Research
…to help the industry better understand the product category. This episode of Making Sense of Biologicals is made possible by PureCrop1, an all-organic formula for ‘When you just want one…
Almond Update: Considerations for Maximizing Cover Crop Benefits
…increase organic matter which can actually increase the water holding capacity in the soil,” Synk explained. “All these things are happening while these plants are blooming and feeding bees at…
MSOB: Making Informed Choices About Biological Approaches
…PureCrop1, an all-organic formula for ‘When you just want one tool that does it all.’ PureCrop1 is an insecticide, fungicide, biostimulant, and super-surfactant; containing only seven plant-based ingredients. PureCrop1 is…
Updates to Whole-Farm Revenue Protection to Benefit Organic Producers
…to organic, can report their acreage as certified organic when organic certification has been requested by the acreage reporting date. Other updates include allowing producers to report a partial yield…
Organic and Specialty Crop Insurance Purchases Increase Substantially
…to support specialty crop and organic producers shows our commitment to America’s farmers and ranchers,” RMA Acting Administrator Richard Flournoy said in a press release. “Specialty crop and organic producers…
MSOB: Using A ‘Fear Effect’ to Combat Aphid Populations
…is made possible by PureCrop1, an all-organic formula for ‘When you just want one tool that does it all.’ PureCrop1 is an insecticide, fungicide, biostimulant, and super-surfactant; containing only seven…