…temperatures. For small quantities of dirt, it’s possible to use a microwave or oven to do the job, but that’s impractical for outdoor beds. For large areas, you’ll want to…
Why Your Garden Needs Ladybugs
…aphid populations in your garden, which is great. Aphids are harmful to many types of gardens and crops, so ladybugs are quite invaluable for keeping them in line. That said,…
Almond Matters: Prepping for Navel Orangeworm Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the overall effectiveness of winter sanitation efforts will begin to come to light as temperatures warm up and growers consider their…
Sacramento Lawmakers Hear Concerns from California Grape Industry
…research of invasive pests and diseases that threaten our crops.” Bitter mentioned a request for state funding to support the PDCP, to combine with industry-matched funds to continue research efforts. There…
What to Plant in a Hanging Basket Garden
…saver, and works well on balconies and smaller patios. Some crops that will do very well in hanging baskets include: Cherry Tomatoes, Leaf Lettuce, Strawberries, Peas, Peppers, Spinach, Cucumbers, Parsley,…
Tips for Starting a Hanging Basket Garden
…crops, such as peppers and tomatoes, love sunlight. While other crops, such as peas and lettuce, prefer cooler temperatures. Also, consider which time of year you plant specific crops. Choose…
Farm Groups Ask President, Congress for Disaster Relief
…critical funds needed to plant this year’s crops absent some form of federal relief. “Farms across the country endured an incredibly difficult year in 2018 and the trend continues in…
Growing Your Own Lettuce
…no matter the variety, is traditionally considered a cool weather crop. It grows best in the spring or fall because lettuce prefers temperatures between 60-70° Fahrenheit. Approximately one month before…
Weak Honey Bee Colonies May Fail From Cold Exposure During Shipping
he stress of cold temperature may play a role in colony losses during shipping Courtesy USDA/ARS Cold temperatures inside honey bee colonies may cause colony losses during and after long-distance…
Why Create a Window Box Garden
…boxes are deep enough to give the crops you plant room to grow. If you go with root crops, larger boxes are a must. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content Let’s…
Almond Matters: Springtime Monitoring Important for Orchard Success
…and temperatures start to heat up growers are advised to keep a close eye on what is going happening on their farms. “There’s a lot going on right now in…
Identify and Stop Tomato Pests
…one of the most popular garden crops. So it’s natural to want to protect them at all costs. Knowing what type of tomato pest is attacking your garden is the…
Conservation Stewardship Program Applications Due by May 10
…of productive agricultural and forest land enrolled.” Other changes to the program include increased payment rates for certain conservation activities, such as cover crops and resource-conserving crop rotations. The program…
Follow the Basic Steps for Stewardship of Treated Seed
…effective and economical way to protect their crops against damaging pests and diseases,” said ASTA VP, Government and Regulatory Affairs Jane DeMarchi. “Using treated seeds helps with more uniform stands,…