…pollinators by planting habitat areas, with plants that help keep pollinators fed and healthy. For more information, you can visit Pollinator.org. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land of Ours program…
Almond Update: Promoting Pollinator Health Beyond National Pollinator Week
…Seed Program. The Seeds for Bees program from Project Apis m. also provides growers with technical support and cover crop seed mixes. “Research shows that planting cover crops or allowing…
CFBF Hosts WOTUS Roundtable
…continue existing agricultural operations or develop new or expanded agricultural projects,” he said. “Changes can also affect the farmer’s ability to conduct ordinary agricultural activities such as plowing, planting, and…
Secretary Vilsack on Ukraine
…from satellite technology and so forth, a relatively small percentage of the traditional planting in Ukraine is taking place. We also know that they are stressed in terms of their…
Bidens Plan to Boost Crop Production and Address Cost Increases
During a farm visit in Illinois this week, President Joe Biden announced a series of actions to help support domestic crop production. Three initiatives intended to foster increased plantings and…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 05-04-22
…planting trends in the San Joaquin Valley and NRCS seeking proposals for on-farm trails by June 1st. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more….
Preparing for Earth Day
…recycle. Learn how to cut down on items you throw away each day. Other ways include conserving water, using long-lasting light bulbs and simply planting a tree. Educate yourself and…
Cotton Acreage Up with Record Prices But Short of Potential Due to Water
…condition of California water supplies. According to the preliminary planting intentions survey conducted by the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association (CCGGA), cotton acreage is expected to be approximately 132,000…
Tips for Planting the Tastiest Strawberries You’ve Ever Grown
More tips for planting the tastiest strawberries you’ve ever grown and are better than store bought. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Another strawberry variety option to plant…
Make Your Next Strawberry Crop Taste Better than Store Bought
…picking them (better yet, smother a few in melted chocolate if your sweet tooth is calling). Planting is easy. And, by growing several different varieties in your strawberry patch or…
Wheatgrass, the Nutritional Powerhouse that is Easy to Grow
…can do it with any wheat seed. The whole process from planting seeds in a jar until the first sprouting of little white tails takes less than ten days. Listen…
Proposed and Coming Changes to Organic National List
…rule becomes effective on March 30 with compliance required over the next two years. There is also a proposed rule to allow paper pots, seed tape, and collars used as planting aids…
Using Soil Blocks for Better Seed Starting
…start seedlings in. It’s inexpensive, easier for transplanting, promotes healthy root systems, and is eco-friendly. And the best part, no transplanting to larger pots. To get started, you will need…
Control of Weeds on the Farm Without Using Chemicals
…weeds year round. A good weed control plan ties right in with building soil fertility and creating the perfect planting environment for your chosen plants to thrive. Before you try…