…these weeds develop very, very strong reserves in their root system,” said Lopez. “By the time you see them on top of the soil, they’ve got enough reserve in that…
U.S. and South Korea Reach Agreement on Guaranteed Market Access for American Rice
…America’s farmers and ranchers. Exports are critical for the economic health of the U.S. rice industry, with half our crop being exported every year. Agreements like this, that expand opportunities…
Plants Best at Repelling Mosquitoes
…Mosquitoes are annoying insects that can plague your backyard barbecues and also pose serious health risks. Unfortunately, humans have an aroma that attracts mosquitoes. To avoid them, try planting some…
Best Organic Weed Control Methods
…using organic weed methods, there is no risk of contaminating soil or nearby water sources. There’s no risk of damage to nearby plants. And, no risk to bees and other…
New Lighting Requirements for Agriculture Arriving by Next Harvest
The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) is moving quickly on implementing lighting requirements for agricultural operations working at night. The concept for updating nighttime regulations for lighting dates…
Improving Nutrient Management in California
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program and the Western Plant Health Association recently held their annual Nutrient Management Conference where attendees heard two…
Incubator Farm to Help Develop New Agronomic Strategies
…expand the understanding of the relationship between nutrition, water, soil, environment, and technology. “The incubator farm is basically a manifestation of our ‘My Almonds’ crop program and so at its…
74th Annual CARCD Conference to Highlight Timely Issues
…conference is “Increasing Pace and Scale: Local Action for Water, Soil, and Forest Resilience.” The event taking place November 12-15 brings scientists, agriculturalists, legislators and various agency representatives together. “Well…
Why Fall is the Best Time to Plant Trees
…Planting trees in the fall allows them enough time to settle in while the soil is cool and comfortable. The trees will get a good rest until springtime when it’s…
Enhancing Your Landscape with Garden Stones
…the ground with some type of material before placing the rocks down. While many people use regular plastic sheeting, using a landscape fabric will help the soil breather better and…
Roasting Pumpkin Seeds for Health Benefits
…also jam-packed with nutrition known to improve heart health. They’re full of good fats, zinc, antioxidants, iron, and magnesium. Whole roasted pumpkin seeds are also great combatants of other health…
Orchard Recycling Getting Closer to Financial Assistance
…Whole Orchard Recycling practice into its Healthy Soils Incentives Program. This management practice will be in addition to the current 26 management practices allowed under the Healthy Soils Incentives Program….
Catastrophic Decline of the Western Monarch
…the health of the species. Milkweed gardens have been created on public land, and nonprofit groups have been created to assist with the effort. Monarch butterflies winter home, Pacific Grove…
Stopping Weeds from Taking Over Your Garden
…way to stop them, add mulch. The more mulch you add, the more you will suppress them. Weed seeds are always under the soil’s surface waiting to germinate. That’s why…