…look at people who are doing all the great habitat planting for monarch butterfly, or you look at the wildlife corridors that the wine industry has been very conscientious about…
What is Salsify, and Why You Should Grow it
…or planting partial sun. In cooler areas, full sun is ideal. Salsify is ready for harvest when it’s about 12 inches in length. This can be anywhere between 120 and…
Keeping A Watchful Eye on Colombian Avocado Production
…they have about 38,000 acres. Most of that’s very young trees not into production yet, so they have a lot of potential coming online and they’re planting a lot of…
Details of Risk Management Programs for Hemp Producers Announced
…Program (NAP) coverage protects against losses associated with lower yields, destroyed crops or prevented planting where no permanent federal crop insurance program is available. Producers may apply now. The deadline…
Strong Demand, Leverage Shift Adds Optimism for Year Ahead
…the northwest and southeastern portions of the country toward conditions slightly warmer and drier than last year, which will be favorable for planting and growing conditions during the spring and…
Ag Groups Applaud New WOTUS Rule Definition
…implementing on-farm soil health practices like planting cover crops, reducing tillage and more carefully managing crop residue,” said National Corn Growers Association President Kevin Ross. “This new rule gives the…
Creating a Backyard Tropical Paradise
…Creating a Backyard Tropical Paradise Tropical Gardens are an idealistic, soothing piece of paradise. This can be achieved with clever and adventurous planting. When planning a tropical garden, the goal…
California Almond Community Announces Five-Point Pollinator Protection Plan
…the field with a series of in-orchard workshops in the next two weeks covering the Bee BMPs as well as the benefits of planting bee pastures and cover crops. Held…
Almond Matters: Developing a Vibrant Root System When Planting an Orchard
…root development when applied prior to planting. Burkdoll described achieving positive results through inoculating the roots with mycorrhizal fungi before planting. “It gives the roots a better opportunity to mine…
Adding a Beautiful Rock Garden to Your Yard
…form the foundation for your rock garden design, you should prepare the soil before planting the plants. Also keep in mind the sun requirements of projected plant selections. I’m Cathy Isom……
Survey Suggests Substantial Strawberry Production for 2020
…level, however, the decrease in acreage has been offset by substantial growth in average yield. The survey data shows that planted acreage for the fall planting season was four percent…
NRCS Plant Guides Help Landowners With Their Planting Projects
…habitat, pollinator habitat, livestock grazing, landscape restoration, conservation practices, and ornamental applications. Detailed information is available for conservation planners on the establishment and management of the species in vegetative plantings. Ethnobotanical…
How to Grow Your Own Peanuts at Home
…Peat pods are helpful for planting the seeds individually, which can help minimize shock when later transplanting the plants to containers or your garden. Place the plants in a full-sun…
Add a Splash of Color to Your Winter Garden
…of Color to Your Winter Garden Give your garden a splash of winter color by planting and growing the wintergreen plants. The glossy green foliage and red berries of wintergreen…