…buying figs, consider growing your own. Figs are easy to plant, they grow well in almost any planting zone, and they require a minimal amount of care. There are many…
Growing the Herb with a Peppery Taste
…in facial steams or baths for oily skin. The dried leaves stimulate the appetite and ease indigestion. Savory can also be used as an antiseptic gargle. When planting Savory in…
Dozens of Californians Appointed to USDA Ag Trade Advisory Committees
…Planting Seeds, the ATAC for Trade in Sweeteners and Sweetener Products, and the ATAC for Trade in Tobacco, Cotton, and Peanuts. Appointees will serve until June 15, 2023, with committees…
Citrus Growers Educational Seminar Series Begins June 25
…the Santa Paula seminar, and a presentation on high-density planting, root health, nutrition, and Asian citrus psyllid at the Exeter seminar. There will also be CRB board nomination meetings taking…
Secretary Perdue Statement on Disaster and Trade-Related Assistance
…will not distort planting decisions. Your total payment-eligible plantings cannot exceed your total 2018 plantings. 2019 MFP-eligible non-specialty crops: alfalfa hay, barley, canola, corn, crambe, dry peas, extra-long staple cotton,…
Beginning Gardener Vegetable Garden Layouts
…box. Instead of planting the vegetables in traditional rows, however, plant each veggie type in the individual squares. These are made to separate planting zones and use the space more…
Reaction from Industry on President Signing Disaster Relief Package
…and flooding that has led to the worst planting season on record for many commodities. Many farmers have faced near-complete losses, and this measure will help us weather the storm….
Disaster Relief Aid Finally Passes in the House
…But Republican lawmakers blocked the bill each time while the House was in recess The measure includes $3-billion for farm related losses of crops, dairy, on-farm stored crops, prevented planting…
USDA Announces Support for Farmers Impacted by Unjustified Retaliation and Trade Disruption
…plantings cannot exceed total 2018 plantings. o Dairy producers will receive a per hundredweight payment on production history and hog producers will receive a payment based on hog and pig inventory…
Herb that Makes Excellent Ground Cover
…in three varieties: sweet marjoram, pot marjoram, and wild marjoram. When planting, take note that Marjoram can’t handle cold temperatures. It’s best to start seeds indoors during late winter or…
One of the Easiest Fruit Trees to Grow
…with the varieties you are planting to ensure they’re compatible. Planting lavender around your plum trees can help protect them from plum moths and other worm pests which eat on…
California Rice Planting Back on Track After Getting A Late Start
The rice planting season got off to a late start this year after late spring rains came through many areas of California. However, growers were able to compensate for the…
Identify and Get Rid of Pesky Garden Critters
…bags, and planting companion plants aphids don’t like, such as garlic, chives and catnip. You can usually rid aphids that have already moved in by giving them a splash of…
Grow Milkweed for a Specific Insect
…one variety called the tropical milkweed – though quite beautiful – it is problematic. Avoid planting this one as a perennial because it doesn’t die back as others do. If…