…have the best climatic conditions and soil in the world but because of the circumstances here we have had to adapt and learn to grow under these conditions.” Isom says…
More Overhead Irrigation in California’s Future
…and automatically. The system can accommodate different terrain and soil types. Overhead systems requires less maintenance than drip systems in terms of avoiding clogging of emitters and repairing leaks. Overhead…
Secretary Ross Visits Dynamic School Ag programs in Calaveras County
From: CDFA – Office of Public Affairs Secretary Ross discusses the importance of healthy soil with students in Calaveras County. CDFA Secretary Karen Ross visited several flourishing school Ag programs…
Almond Board: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Partnership
…different types of hydrologic and reactive transport models to simulate what’s happening in the soil,” Nico said. “So our expertise matches up very well with the need to evaluate which…
Sheet Mulching
For anyone wanting to build a garden, one of the first lessons is building the soil. An easy, cost-effective way of doing it, while also conserving water, is sheet mulching….
Butterfly and Pollinator Garden
…in sunny spots, with some protection from the wind. Take a look at your soil: Break ground to see the consistency of the soil in your yard. Soil may influence…
House Ag Committee Highlights Veteran Farmer Contributions
…policies we discussed today can assist America’s veterans as they transition from defending to now working our nation’s soil,” said Chairman K. Michael Conaway. Last November, the Agriculture Committee began…
Impacts of Environmental Regulations and Voluntary Conservation Solutions Examined
…assistance and incentive-based programs provided in the Farm Bill, our nation’s farmers and ranchers are voluntarily reducing soil erosion, increasing wetlands, improving water quality, and preserving farmland and wildlife habitats….
GWSS Egg Hatch Begins, Treatments Underway
…to prevent this spread, grape growers right now should be in the process of treatments for sharpshooters. The standard spring treatment for GWSS in grapes is soil-applied imidacloprid in late…
Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry Results
…USDA actions since April 2015 include: USDA has increased its emphasis on soil health to increase the organic matter in soil and improve microbial activity, which in turn sequester more…
State Says Continue Water Savings
…expected to be more frequent and persistent, as warmer winter temperatures driven by climate change reduce water held in the Sierra Nevada snowpack and result in drier soil conditions. Recognizing…
Agri View: Olives in Florida?
…the site of the Spanish landing in 1565 at St. Augustine. Many more olive trees thrive throughout Florida. Like much of the olive-friendly Mediterranean basin, Florida has sandy, well-drained soils,…
Conservation Reserve Program Results
…improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and strengthen wildlife habitat. Farmers’ and ranchers’ participation in CRP continues to provide numerous benefits to our nation, including helping reduce emissions of harmful…
Almond Board: Upcoming Workshops
…From the Almond Board, at almonds.com: Save the date for a weed identification and management workshop near you: May 10 – Arbuckle (Nickels Soil Lab, Green Bay Road) May 11…