…manure. Organic farming can also reduce water pollution, increase biodiversity, promote healthy soil and sequester significantly more carbon than conventional farming. Driven by these environmental and health benefits, Americans’ appetites…
Maximizing Profits with Poultry Litter
Poultry litter being incorporated into the soil during disking, a process that turns the soil and pulverizes it so that the litter will be mixed into it. Over a 3-year…
NFU Approves of Bill Adding USDA to Foreign Investment Committee
…across the world, food shortages and disputes are leading to massive international crises. Without stability and certainty in our food systems, we can expect similar crises on our own soil.”…
Germinating Your Own Seeds
…survive if they sink rather than float. Always keep the soil warm, moist and well-drained. Tiny seedlings need plenty of sun and light to survive, so it’s important to have…
General Mills to Commercialize Organic Perennial Wheat
…soil. Early research shows Kernza’s long roots may help preserve soil, enhance soil health, and reduce nitrogen movement into ground and surface waters. “Research has demonstrated that the ecological benefits…
Almond Board: When Should You Water?
…evapotranspiration Determining the water applied Evaluating soil moisture Evaluating plant water status The Irrigation Continuum was developed in partnership with the many trusted and respected technical experts and resources available,…
USDA Announces Webinar Series about Project Applications for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program
…water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability. Applicants must match or exceed the federal award with private or local funds. The NRCS will…
Almond Board: Commitment to Research
…traditional flood irrigation to water-saving microirrigation systems · Soil moisture sensors and in-field weather stations that provide important information for determining when irrigation is needed · Sand filters that keep…
Seeds to Sow After the Frost and Snow
…and loose soil. Raised garden beds, preferably. Onions will do better when planted as a set, and have a much higher success rate than planting seeds. You should plan to…
APHIS Extends Comment Period on Proposed Rule
Revises Requirements for Importation and Interstate Movement of Plant Pests, Biocontrol Agents, and Soil The comment period for APHIS’ proposed rule to revise the regulations in 7 CFR part 330…
Plant These Seeds First in Spring
…start with potatoes. They will do best in loose, well-drained, rich soil that is kept moist and mulched. Radishes too, but take note, they’re a fast-growing vegetable that should be…
Tomato Growers Evaluate Domestic, Export Markets
…advice. Fusarium wilt 3 is “pretty predictably going to be a problem again, just because it’s soil-borne,” said Brenna Aegerter, a UCCE farm advisor based in San Joaquin County. “We…
Beekeepers, Farmers Prepare for Pollination
…cover-crop forage seed to almond growers so they can plant it, improve their soil and improve the health of their bees,” he said. “This season, with all of the rain,…
Almond Board: Tools for Managing Irrigation
…and how to execute and effectively integrate them: Measuring irrigation system performance and efficiency Estimating orchard water requirements based on evapotranspiration Determining the water applied Evaluating soil moisture Evaluating plant…