…nutrient-rich water that should be changed about once a month. Just be sure to do your homework and check if the plants you choose are on the pet-friendly list. If…
Water Futures Market May Not Have the Ag Solutions Proponents Suggest
…by the development of the water futures market is how it may impact the process of buying and transferring water. Prices for water futures contracts are dictated by the actual…
Getting Started Growing Houseplants Hydroponically
…without potting soil, in just a vase full of water. To get started, pick a plant that you know will root in water and cut off a section just below…
Zero-Maintenance Method for Growing Houseplants
…are more than a dozen of herbs and plants that can survive without potting soil, and as easily in just a vase full of water. Not only is this dirt-free…
Week in Review: Drought Declared, Allocations Reduced, And Paid Leave to Be Retroactive
The Department of Water Resources has reduced the allocation for the State Water Project from 10 to five percent. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has designated 50 counties in California as…
Lawn Care Tasks Needing to Be Done for Springtime Care
…do to get ready for the best-looking lawn this season. As temperatures warm and days lengthen, you should watch your watering. By going easier on the irrigation, you force the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-25-21
…market, Vilsack’s idea to use CCC funds for a carbon bank and understanding the basic premise of the California water futures market. Tune in to the show for these news…
SGMA Video Series Now Available in Three Languages
The Water and Land Use Series of videos is now available in Hmong as well as English and Spanish. The videos provide insight on how the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act…
DWR Issues Allocation Reduction for State Water Project
…encourage everyone to look for ways to use water efficiently in their everyday lives.” Water users in California were also recently warned about the dry conditions potentially affecting water supplies…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
…the Capitol lawn. Although, this year’s event is virtual, Farm Bureau leadership will still have an opportunity to speak directly with state law makers on various topics including labor, water…
DWR Releases Groundwater Document Seeking Public Comment
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently released the draft California’s Groundwater report and has opened the public comment period. The document details the condition of the state’s groundwater supplies. Technical information…
Week in Review: Water Futures Market Details and Repealing the Death Tax
California has recently established a water futures market that has brought with it some criticism as well as confusion. Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would repeal the federal estate…
Some of the Best Tricks to Use for Cleaning Houseplants
…other debris, such as pet dander and spider webs. While we may remember to water our plants, we may not always remember to clean them. For plants with hardy, shiny leaves,…
Understanding the California Water Futures Market
…water futures, water users in California – particularly agricultural water users – can help hedge against the financial risks associated with water scarcity or water surplus,” Kammeyer explained. Listen to…