…certainly need the water; at my place we had less than an inch total accumulation for the entire season. But we all know what happens when it comes all at…
Controlling Pesky Grasses from Creeping in the Garden
…grasses. Just be careful not to disturb other plants or veggies. Boiling water works well for smaller areas but isn’t effective against seeds or underground parts. Using multiple layers of…
Best Indoor Plants Not Requiring a Lot of Light
…– which is a popular housewarming gift often received growing in water only. Other good looking plants that perform well in low to medium light include Aglaonema, or Chinese evergreen,…
RCPP Final Rule Incorporates Feedback from Industry Stakeholders
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has issued a final rule for its Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). NRCS incorporated the feedback that industry stakeholders provided for the RCPP interim…
Ways for Making this Year’s Garden the Best Ever to Enjoy
…in drought-prone areas, gardeners in every region can improve water conservation. Whether it’s adding more mulch or choosing plants that are native to your region. Or, choosing irrigation with a…
Storm Weather Bringing Much Needed Snow to California
…the average with a snow water equivalent (SWE) of 6.3 inches. In the Southern Sierras, the numbers recorded by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) were three inches of…
Treating the Plant Pathogen Powdery Mildew Naturally
…plants out well, don’t overwater them, and clear out debris from soil level. For example, rake and sweep away fallen leaves. If your plants do get powdery, there are some…
Time is Running Out for Further Ag Order 4.0 Revisions
The deadline to make any further Ag Order 4.0 revisions is quickly approaching. The Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board is currently working on another draft of the measure….
Treating More Common Plant Pathogens Naturally
…humidity to germinate. As a result, you can thwart their efforts by reducing humidity. Water at soil level rather than from overhead, so you don’t drench their leaves. Additionally, make…
Ground Cover that Stays Green in the Winter
…that tolerates shade and needs little water. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Ground Cover that Stays Green in the Winter Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Week in Review: Ag Support in Newsom Budget, Deadline Nearing for Ag Order 4.0
…to assist with pest prevention. A large group of agricultural organizations and water districts are calling for more federal support to address water infrastructure. The week’s major headlines can be…
Budget Proposal Allows CDFA to Continue Important Programs
…to assess the establishment of a single licensing portal for CDFA business. The budget proposal also contains $40 million for CDFA to continue administrating State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 01-13-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering ag and water groups seeking water infrastructure funding from…
Virtual California Rice Commission Annual Grower Meeting Coming Up
…information on farm policy and other key federal issues, water challenges and concerns, as well as international trade and policy. “I’m pretty excited about it. I think it will be…