…space and support, because they quickly climb upwards. Hops prefer not to compete with weeds, so use a well-rotted organic mulch to keep encroaching plants at bay. I’m Cathy Isom……
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 05-08-19
…Twitter about it. The California Farm Bureau’s Roadshow and how it could come to an agriculture region near you. Also, get an update on the organic certification cost shares for…
Organic Certification Cost Aid Continues With New Farm Bill
USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced that organic producers and handlers can apply for federal funds to assist with the cost of receiving and maintaining organic certification through the Organic…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 05-03-19
…the organic industry, how thanks to the warmer weather last month stone fruit season is back on track, and, we’re rounding out the show with another episode of Voices of…
OFAC Begins Educational Seminar Series in Salinas
…workshop. Other presentations will feature information on soil health and humics in organic production, as well as sulfur use in organic production and foliar application methods. Several hours of continuing…
Last Chance to Comment on OTA GRO Organic Initiative
…initiative. The Generate Results and Opportunity for Organic initiative, simply referred to as GRO Organic, is a private-sector effort to advance voluntary industry-invested organic research, promotion and education. GRO Organic…
Growing Radicchio Adds Color to Your Garden
Fresh organic Radicchio Lettuce, ready for eating and cooking Cathy Isom tells you how to add a little colorful pop to your garden by growing your own Radicchio. That’s coming…
Why Create Your Own Homemade Potting Mix
…a face mask, protective clothing, and gloves. Avoid inhaling organic particles or getting dust from the mix in your eyes, and never work with the mix when the wind is…
Conservation Stewardship Program Applications Due by May 10
…will now also provide specific support for organic activities, including transitioning to organic production. There is also a special conservation initiative for specified producers that have maintained cropland base acres….
USDA Update on Farm Bill Implementation Progress
…National Organic Standards Board (NOSB): In March 2019, AMS issued a Call for Nominations for the NOSB that included 2018 Farm Bill provisions that will lead to a more diverse candidate…
Finding Cover Crops That Work for Producers
…Bullard said no matter if a grower is looking for erosion control, pollinator habitat, increased soil organic matter or added nitrogen, their work is continuing to find the best and…
Growing an Organic Garden-Do’s and Don’ts
Cathy Isom has some of the important do’s and don’ts when growing an organic garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Growing an Organic Garden-Do’s and Don’ts Organic…
Some California Avocados Recalled Voluntarily
…January. The conventional avocados in the recall are labeled with “Bravocado” stickers and the organic fruit has “organic” and “California” stickers. AgNet West reached out to Henry Avocado Company for comment. The company said…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-20-19
…report on how biologicals are not just for organic production and we’re talking about regenerative agriculture as a farming system. Also, you’ll hear part one of an interview with Tulare…