…of the California Department of Water Resources, Karla Nemeth provided a water update. Much of the presentation to the board centered on drought and what the outlook is for California…
FDA: Recent E. coli Outbreaks a ‘Foreseeable Hazard’
…factors translate into foreseeable increased food safety risks. Given the multiple potential avenues of E. coli transmission, pests, wind, water and other sources, it may not be as simple as…
A Few Tips and Tricks for Growing the Tastiest Tomatoes
…fruit that shows dark patches on their bottom. When it’s really hot, deep watering is needed. Tomatoes are less likely to crack when the soil is moist. Also, be sure…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 04-12-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the recent push for more water advocacy after yet…
Identifying and Controlling a Deadly Plant Disease
…slow the spread, but once your plant has it, there’s no way to save it from its fate. Bacterial leaf spot causes spots, often water-soaked, that spread across the plants’…
Conservation Easements Reach Milestone of Five Million Acres
…nationwide. Wetland easements help reduce flood risk, improve water quality, protect biological diversity, and recharge groundwater. Nearly two million acres of agricultural land easements have helped to protect valuable farmland…
AB 125 Receiving Support from Multiple Farm Groups
…through the Healthy Soils Program as well as the Sustainable Water Enhancement and Efficient Program. Another $122.5 million in grants would be made possible through the California Farmland Conservancy Program….
Ag Groups Largely Support $2 Trillion Infrastructure Package
…neglect have rendered our federal water projects unable to meet the human and environmental needs of the West,” Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia said in a press release….
Common Diseases to Watch for When Growing Asparagus
…Standing water harbors spores and makes it possible for the disease to live a long time in the soil. When it comes to preventing and treating asparagus diseases, it’s important…
Week in Review: Dismal Snowpack Reflects Drought Conditions, More COVID Relief Coming
The latest manual snow survey from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) reflects a dismal snowpack. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has unveiled the Pandemic Assistance for Producers program to…
American Jobs Plan to Improve Broadband and Water Infrastructure
…will also be used to address water infrastructure. Of that total, $56 billion will be earmarked for improvements to drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. Additionally, $50 billion will be…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-02-21
…groundwater recharge should take precedent in western water projects, and a study showing success for outfitting greenhouses with semi-transparent solar panels. Tune in to the show for these news stories,…
Dismal Snowpack Survey Reflects Third Driest Year on Record
…Surveys and Water Supply Forecasting Section. “Additionally, our statewide automated snow sensor network is reporting 59 percent of average to date.” California’s water storage levels are also similarly lower than…
Conservation Innovation Grant Proposals Being Accepted by NRCS
…air and water quality on agricultural lands, as well as pollinator and wildlife habitat. CIG projects can be watershed-based, regional, or statewide in scope. Funding support helps offset the cost…