…in your area. All plants have specific requirements that must be met for them to grow well. Every growing area has its challenges. Beyond just knowing your USDA planting zone,…
Growing Your Own Garlic
…plant has been started. For your planting purposes, its easiest to find the sprouts when garlic comes from a farmer’s market. Commercially, they are often treated so they won’t sprout….
Growing Your Own Ginger
…two to three feet tall. For best flavor and results, wait about ten months after planting when the leaves start to die off. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture…
Reaction to First 2019 CVP Water Allocation
…be recognized in making an initial water allocation, so farmers can make their planting decisions,” CFBF President Jamie Johansson said. “We hope the CVP will be able to increase its…
Planted Cotton Acreage Expected to Increase
The National Cotton Council (NCC) is expecting an increase in planted cotton acreage as indicated by the 38th Annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey. Producers intend to plant more than…
Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Overcoming Resistant Genes
…with the virus for about 15 years, the industry developed best practices for integrated pest management, sanitation, and planting strategy. The Sw5 gene was a significant breakthrough in keeping plants…
How to Breed Your Homegrown Orchids
Cathy Isom began this series informing you of the extraordinary types of orchids. She covered planting, watering and feeding. Cathy concludes her series with how to breed your own homegrown…
Students Set to Celebrate Agriculture and Leadership During FFA Week
…that agriculture is more than planting and harvesting — it involves science, business and more. Today, FFA provides the next generation of leaders who will change the world. The top…
Giving Your Garden a Head Start
…the right direction. Of course there are different tasks that can and should be done this month based on your planting zone and region. And, since it’s almost growing time,…
Springtime Vegetables to Start Indoors Now
In the second of her series of preparing your garden, Cathy Isom has tips on the veggies and flowers you can start right now for springtime planting. That’s coming up…
Turmeric, a Popular Herb to Grow
…moisture-rich. Try to avoid planting turmeric alone under the hot sun. Fruit and nut trees are ideal neighbors, as is turmeric’s cousin, ginger. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture…
Markets Expected to Continue Strong; Leverage Shift on the Horizon
…United States will mostly enjoy a relatively mild spring with a reduced threat of delayed planting,” said Douglas. He pointed out that summer weather will be dependent on how quickly…
Almond Update: Bee Best Management Practices Updated
…messaging remains the same but they officially added the allowance of bacillus thuringiensis use during bloom, a new section on planting bee forage, and a critical update on adjuvants. Listen…
Helping Producers Aid Monarch Butterfly
…stands of milkweed and high-value nectar plants and protect these stands from exposure to pesticides. Planting native milkweeds is critically important to rebuild the western monarch population, but scientists at…