…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…
CALAMP Assistance Available to California Farmers and Ranchers
…Bill to cover a broader array of issues including organic certification, credit counseling, and farmer-neighbor conflicts. Issues of family farm transitions have also been included in areas where CALAMP can…
USDA Accepting Applications to Help Cover Costs for Organic Certification
Organic producers and handlers can now apply for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) funds to assist with the cost of receiving or maintaining organic certification. Applications for the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP) are due Nov. 1,…
Irrigation and Nutrient Management Webinar Happening Next Week
…the morning with a presentation on organic soil fertility for vegetables. That will be followed up with discussions on the role of soil moisture in development and management of Macrophomina…
Research Grants Available from Organic Farming Research Foundation
The 2021 Research Grant cycle from the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) is officially underway. OFRF will be accepting Letters of Intent through Friday, August 20 as the first part…
Delicious and Nutritious Leafy Greens to Grow in the Home Garden
…to grow in well-drained soil with lots of organic matter. Plant in spring, before the temperatures rise, or in fall, about a month before the first frost. Heatwave Blend is…
Agricultural Overtime: ‘Nail in the Coffin’ for Sheep Industry
…carbon, we’re adding organic matter to soils, and the pastures underneath the solar projects are becoming rejuvenated. So, it’s a positive impact all around,” Indart noted. “We have just begun…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-09-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering berries taking the top spot for fresh organic produce…