…for transplanting at the same time. Spinach seedlings can also be planted in February and transplanted out in the garden as soon as the soil is workable. Potatoes will also…
Vilsack Outlines USDA Opportunities During Confirmation Hearing
…to create new markets, incentives for soil health, for carbon sequestration, for methane capture and reuse,” said Vilsack. Finally, Vilsack highlighted markets as another ‘why not?’ opportunity for USDA to…
Farmworker COVID Safety Project Launched Through UC Davis
…project is being led by the UC Davis Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety. Multiple industry and community organizations are contributing to the effort. AgSafe will be establishing an…
The Western View: Cap and Trade Your Cover Crop?
…planted a new cover crop then plowed it under. After a few years it measurably increased the organic content of his soil and reduced his water demand. He also cut…
Keeping Almond Orchards Safe from Nematode Damage
…taking a soil nematode sample to be sure. “Bayer has a program called the Soil Nematode Analysis Program,” Jimenez noted. “Through that program growers can submit a nematode sample to…
Put the Brakes on Some Pesky Little Diggers in the Garden
How to put the brakes on some pesky little diggers in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Whenever you see rounded, raised ridges of soil running across…
What Causes Your Houseplants to Turn Yellow
…houseplant leaves turning yellow: Overwatering and under-watering. Drowning your plant can cause yellow leaves. When there is not enough water in the soil, the plant finds it difficult to accumulate…
Research Network to Take Comprehensive Look at Bee Health
A new research network will be taking a multifaceted look at ways to improve bee health. The project is being made possible through a $900,000 grant from the University of…
Growing Rosehips for Food and Other Many Benefits
…their scent and beauty, you might want to consider growing them for their health benefits, too! Rosehips are the fruits from various rose species. Many people haven’t even noticed that…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 01-27-21
…study that investigates beneficial soil fungus in tomatoes, and agriculture groups seek support from Biden on a shipping container shortage. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes,…
Best Indoor Plants Not Requiring a Lot of Light
…and Peace lily. In fact, if you keep the soil of Peace Lily consistently moist, it will re-bloom several times a year. Prayer Plant, on the other hand, as lovely…
Animal Biotech Authority Becoming Point of Contention Between Agencies
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) pertaining to animal biotech authority is creating some confusion. Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the Public Health Service at the U.S. Department of…
Look Out for Paperwork with Unauthorized Cal/OSHA Letterhead
…paperwork out using the official letterhead of the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA). CFLCA has been informed that Cal/OSHA did not authorize the use of their official…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-22-21
…Ag Expo, a new multi-campus research effort to address bee health, the #StillFarming campaign and new HLB research that is happening soon. Tune in to the show for these news…