…added to the soils and accumulate there. Different water sources carry different levels of salts. For example, groundwater on the West Side of the San Joaquin Valley is generally naturally…
NIFA to Invest in Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research
…for insecticidal proteins from bacteria that occur naturally in soil. The research has helped create new monitoring methods to help farmers detect, monitor, and predict the movement of these pests….
Advancing from Sustainable to Regenerative Agriculture
…reinvestment in soil and soil fertility, and health, which can increase farmers’ yields and profits and improve water cycles,” said LaSalle. Some of the research on regenerative practices has already…
Soilless Production Falls Under Organic Certification
…soilless farming. The issue of soilless production has been a source of conflict within the organic industry for years. Groups who are opposed to continuing to certify hydroponic and aquaponic…
“Growing Together” Latino Farmer Conference an Annual Success
…subjects of interest throughout the day. The workshop topics cover Access to Capital and USDA Resources; Soil Health; Efficient Use of Water; Food Safety Requirements; Regulations for Farmworker Health and…
What is a Cold Frame? Why You Need One
…providing enough heat to stop the soil from freezing. Cold frames are necessary because they extend the growing seasons in the springtime and also autumn. They will help protect our…
Register Now for The Central Valley Summit
…role of soil in addressing ag waste disposal needs and the possibility of reducing restrictions on burning ag waste. Attendees will also hear information on the perspectives of Sacramento Valley,…
Tour Shows Ornamental Pumpkin Big Business
…to 85 percent of all of the pumpkins that are sold in California,” Van Groningen & Sons VP of Crops and Soils Bryan Van Groningen said. “We’re in a perfect…
Another Successful California Small Farm Conference
…soil health and maintaining the integrity of a farmer’s market. Formulating financing strategies for sustainable farmland succession was also discussed before the keynote speakers spoke at the plenary session. The…
Data Integration Vital to the Farm of the Future
…aerial images and the application of the data collected. A VERIS machine was also exhibited in a presentation to determine soil conductivity and how that information is implemented into a…
Seed Company Helps Jump-start Elementary Garden
…soil in, but they had no plants,” HM.Clause Media Specialist Sierra Scott said. Scott was leading an HM.Clause pumpkin tour at the time but contacted Trial Specialist Katie Chin to…
Almond Matters: First Rains Mean Weed Control Begins
…and space,” he said. “So going into the winter, especially when filling the soil profile with those winter rains, managing the weeds is important.” Although areas didn’t see a lot…
Register for the Latino Farmer Conference
…information on how to access farm financing and sustainable soil management. The development of new markets for farm products and efficient irrigation management will also be discussed. The second session…
Building Your Own No Dig Garden Bed
…building one. The easiest and least labor-intensive method is sheet mulching – or the lasagna method. Layer upon layer of organic material atop the soil. This creates a raised bed…