…food production yet are a common target of this Administration. These products are essential for farmers to leave their land and world cleaner, healthier, and safer than they found it….
Reasons to Grow the Herb that’s Well-Known to Drive Felines Crazy
…as a tea, chopped into soups and salads, or as a topping for desserts. Growing catnip is incredibly easy. The low-maintenance plant tolerates a variety of conditions and soil types….
Blong Xiong to Lead USDA’s Farm Service Agency in California
…very active in issues that span education, economic development, health, and equitable access to resources, and has sat on statewide commissions, the Asian Pacific Islander Commission, the California Volunteer Commission,…
Broccoli Plant Problems that Could Threaten Your Harvest
…when growing your own vegetables: pest problems and health issues. And, Broccoli is no exception. Pests seem to love this member of the brassica family. Especially slugs, cabbage flies, and…
MSOB: Understanding Bacillus-Based Products and Grower Needs
…innovative biological products for crop protection, crop health and crop nutrition. Marrone Bio’s portfolio of 18 products helps a wide range of growers – from row crops and fruits and…
AgNet Media Interview with US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy on COVID-19 in Rural Areas
…a larger number of cases, this actually impacts health care systems throughout the region and can make it harder to get routine care… Dr. Murthy’s answer continues. Listen to the…
Common Scallion Plant Problems to Watch Out For
…may be a sign of under watering and the soil they are growing in. Or, a slimy patch at the base of the stem which is a sign of overwatering….
USDA Outlines Long-Term Strategy for Addressing Wildfire Crisis
…Protecting Communities and Improving Resilience in America’s Forests.” The strategy outlines the need to significantly increase fuels and forest health treatments to address the escalating crisis of wildfire danger that…
Agronomic Minute: Adding Biosolutions to Cropping Systems
…yields to protect from pest and disease damage. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith said biosolutions come in a variety of different forms. “They can be plant health types of…
Expanded Conservation Opportunities Available From USDA
…years and are intended to address resource concerns such as carbon sequestration and soil health in high-priority areas. The program was first piloted in 2021 in four states. NRCS has…
Almond Update: Groundwater Recharge Guide Available to Growers
…on their operations. Access to surface water for recharge, soil suitability, available methods, and management changes that are necessary for recharge are all important aspects when thinking about groundwater recharge….
Applications Still Being Accepted for HSP Incentives Program
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is still accepting applications for the Healthy Soils Program (HSP) Incentives Program. As of January 6, a total of 836 applications have…
Multistate Scientists Seek HLB Tolerance
…yet they live longer, are healthier and yield more fruit than their infected relatives. While numerous projects are searching for solutions to HLB, this one is different because the plants…
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Pest Infestations with Dormant Sprays
…and San Jose scale is essential for maintaining nut quality and tree health. Field Development Manager for Valent U.S.A., Pat Clay said monitoring will be critical for determining what type…