…management strategies that include organic soil amendments and vegetation restoration on grazed lands proved to be successful in achieving emission reductions. Nearly 300 beef production systems were studied, including those…
MSOB: Endophytes Act as ‘Vaccine’ in Carrot Study
…Lori Hoagland is leading the trial that is looking for new measures to control Alternaria dauci in carrots for developing countries and organic systems. Hoagland and her team found that increasing some of the microbes…
AB 125 Receiving Support from Multiple Farm Groups
…chains, investing in technical assistance, and supporting the transition to organic, this bond equips current and future organic farmers with the tools they need to provide Californians with healthy, climate-friendly…
Pressure is Rising to Reinstate the Organic Animal Welfare Rule
Industry groups and lawmakers are calling for the reinstatement of the organic animal welfare rule. The Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Final Rule establishes new animal welfare standards for the…
MSOB: RNA-Based Fungicide On The Horizon?
…of biologics 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…
Ag Groups Concerned About Mexico’s Trade Actions
…to phase out the use of glyphosate along with genetically modified corn. The letter also details concerns regarding a new organic export certification requirement implemented by Mexico’s Health, Food Safety,…
Bond Legislation Introduced to Improve California Food System
…improve regional food processing infrastructure, particularly with small- and medium-sized operations within the distribution sector. Some of the supporters of the legislation include California Certified Organic Farmers and the Center…
NASDA Seeking Improvements to Farmers to Families Food Box Program
…restrictions within awarded states and giving preference to previously accepted vendors based on their contract performance. Listen to the radio report below. NASDA Seeking Improvements to Farmers to Families Food…
MSOB: Beneficial Fungus Could Both Positively and Negatively Impact Tomato Genotypes
…of biologics 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…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-17-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how conventional and organic growers can deal with fungal…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-15-21
…impacting consumers, organic pest control material making its way through the registration process and the COVID lockdown showed reaching climate neutrality maybe a ‘daunting task.’ Tune in to the show…
Supercharge Raised Gardening Beds with Keyhole Gardening
…organic material in the bed itself, it will help retain moisture, leading to less watering. When creating your keyhole garden, look for an area that’s relatively flat. Avoid any low-lying…
2019 Crop Report Shows More Than $50 Billion in Cash Receipts
…and various types of wheat experienced significant declines in production in 2019. Organic production also experienced a slight increase in sales, valued at more than $10.4 billion. California leads the…
MSOB: Mating Disruption in Conventional Diamondback Moth Trial
…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 plant-based ingredients….